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Scam Types

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This category explores the many different ways scammers operate, from phishing emails and fake delivery messages to romance scams, investment fraud, tech support scams, and social media impersonation. Each article breaks down how the scam works, who it targets, and the tactics criminals use to make it believable.

Illustration of a smartphone with a digital lock and warning icons symbolizing mobile payment fraud and online transaction security.

Payment App Scams: Zelle, Venmo and Faster Payments

Learn how scammers exploit instant payment apps like Zelle and Venmo. Identify red flags, prevent fraud, and report scams effectively.
  • Max
  • October 24, 2025
Illustration of a seller holding a smartphone showing a fake “Payment Successful” message, symbolizing marketplace overpayment and escrow scams.

Marketplace Scams: Overpayment, Escrow, and Chargebacks

Learn how overpayment, escrow, and chargeback scams trick sellers on online marketplaces. Includes red flags, real examples, and prevention tips.
  • Max
  • October 24, 2025