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Scams & Fraud

Scammers have learned how to manipulate people’s emotions and take advantage of their trust in others AARP FRAUD WATCH NETWORKTM Our team of fraud fighters has the real-world tips and tools to help protect you and your loved ones. 877-908-3360 Toll-free service is available Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET

Customers need to be vigilant as thefts from personal accounts become more common

Find eye-opening, captivating true-crime stories and tips for avoiding fraudsters

Make sure your generosity doesn’t benefit criminals this season

Scam Alerts

Learn how to keep your payments safe as thieves grow more brazen

6 frauds to know and tips to stay safe from the scammers

AARP report reveals that criminals are targeting older Americans at record rates

Crooks behind fake charities — and phony repair schemes — want your cash

Gangs around the globe fuel billion-dollar underground economy

Fraud Fighting

Criminals are targeting kids with fake shopping sites, scholarship offers, sextortion and more

Crooks use a variety of tools and tactics, but smart security practices can thwart them

Feds add 14 U.S. Attorney’s Offices to help stop criminals from exploiting older Americans

Voice service providers ordered to block traffic from group accused of making billions of illegal calls

Mark Rober discusses the 'glitterbomb package' and other creative ways he gets back at fraudsters

How to protect yourself and spot impostors on Messenger, Instagram

Take steps to protect yourself from fake mobile messages sent by cybercrooks

Our toll-free service is available Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. ET

Victim Support

Advocates call for a change in how we talk and think about financial fraud

From requests for genetic testing to fake arrest warrants, here's how crooks are deceiving consumers

Elder Fraud

Steps to help protect loved ones from theft

Websites and firms that can flag suspicious behavior

Scams are on the rise, but here are ways to fight back

FRAUD RESOURCE CENTER

Learn how to spot and avoid the common scams listed below

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