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Basics
Learn about common types of scams
Scams are constantly changing. You can protect yourself by knowing what to look out for. Read more
Understand identity theft
Identity theft occurs when someone steals your personal information to commit fraud. No matter how much goes missing, you should take action. Read more
Learn how to protect yourself and others from fraud and scams
Fraud and scams can happen at any time and any place. It’s important to know the warning signs. Read more
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Key terms
- Elder financial exploitation
- Foreclosure relief scam
- Fraud alert for prevention
- Fraud by fiduciaries
- Identity theft
- Imposter scams
- Mail fraud
- Phishing
- Security freeze for prevention
- Spoofing
- Wire or money transfer fraud
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Understand your situation
Common issues
- You notice an unauthorized transaction or money missing from your bank account
- You and your family are worried about fraud after a natural disaster
- You think a family member or friend might be the victim of financial exploitation
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Know your rights
- Find out how to get your money back if someone took funds out of your checking account without approval
- Consider adding your phone number to the National Do Not Call Registry
- Contact your local adult protective services agency if the victim is an older person or a person with a disability
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Take action
How-to guides
- How to get help if you are the victim of a scam
- How to manage someone else’s money responsibly
- How to spot the classic warning signs of fraud and scams
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Submit a complaint
You can submit a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission.
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