Deceptive practices, how these operations use high-pressure tactics and how consumers can protect themselves. Read More FTC Online Security Fraud and Scams Activity Downloads

Watch this video to learn some cybersecurity basics and learn how to put them into practice in your small business. Learn how to spot scams against your small business. And talk to your colleagues about it, too. Scammers target small businesses with fake check scams, utility scams, and other scams, but knowing how these scams work can help you...

Scammers can use technology to fake the name or number on your caller ID. Even when your caller ID shows a local number, it could be a scammer calling from anywhere in the world. The good news: You can block a lot of these calls with mobile apps, internet services, or call-blocking devices. Read More FTC Online Security Internet Safety ...

No more annoying robocalls and telemarketers. Legal robocalls, like school closings and prescription reminders, are allowed through. Nomorobo is an excellent service and worthy of our Editors' Choice award. Fight back against the constant, annoying scam calls or you can get revenge with an app. Read More FTC Online Security Internet Safety ...

Few things can be more annoying than answering the phone while you're in the middle of something — and then being greeted by a recording. If you receive a robocall trying to sell you something (and you haven’t given the caller your written permission), it’s an illegal call. You should hang up. Then, file a complaint with the FTC and the...

The dramatic increase in illegal telemarketing robocalls, what the FTC is doing about it, and why it's difficult to trace these calls. Report Fraud: Federal Trade CommissionInternet Safety Activity Downloads

The Federal Trade Commission wants you to know that although some medical discount plans provide legitimate discounts, others take people's money and offer very little in return. Report Fraud: Federal Trade CommissionInternet Safety Activity Downloads

If you think you see a scam, talk with someone. Your story could help someone avoid that scam. Report Fraud: Federal Trade CommissionInternet Safety Activity Downloads

When a natural disaster hits or a tragic event happens, you might be looking for ways to help the people and communities affected. Unfortunately, scammers also are busy trying to take advantage. You want to make sure your money gets in the hands of charities you want to help. Report Fraud: Federal Trade CommissionInternet Safety Activity...

The FBI urges victims to report incidents to federal law enforcement to help us gain a more comprehensive view of the current threat and its impact on U.S. victims. The Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) and check out FTC Online Security Internet Safety Activity Downloads

Behind every ad there is someone who wants you to take a specific action. Companies often advertise their products and services to influence you to do, think, or buy something. It's important to know who the messenger is, what they want you to do, and why they want you to do it. Consumer Literacy for Kids Consumer Public Downloads

Advertising is a way to send messages to an audience. The message could be to buy a product, support a cause, or think favorably about something. Being aware of the ad's message can help you be a more informed consumer. Consumer Literacy for Kids Consumer Public Downloads