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How to checkStep by step ways to tell whether a call, text or email is real.
Bank scamsFake fraud departments, safe account stories and bank messages.
Government scamsCalls and texts that pretend to be tax, benefits, police or immigration.
Tech support scamsPop-ups, fake virus warnings and callers who want to control your computer.
Payment scamsGift cards, crypto machines, wire transfers and other payments that cannot be undone.
Family and romance scamsCalls and messages that borrow a loved one's voice or heart.
Code and verification scamsRequests for one-time codes and app approvals.
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Bank scams
Government scams
Tech support scams
Payment scams
Family and romance scams
Code and verification scams
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