Alerts, guides, and research from the IsThisAScam team. Updated weekly.
Identify fake UPS delivery texts and emails. See real examples of UPS phishing, learn what legitimate UPS messages look like, and report scams.
The IRS does not call to demand immediate payment or threaten arrest. Learn how IRS scams work, what real IRS contact looks like, and how to report tax scams.
Medicare scam calls target seniors to steal Medicare numbers and personal information. Learn the common scripts, what Medicare never asks for, and how to report.
Discord scams target gamers with fake Nitro gifts, phishing links disguised as game betas, and server-based social engineering. Here is how to stay safe.
The Google Voice verification scam tricks you into giving away a verification code, letting scammers create a Google Voice number linked to your phone. Here is how it works.
Student loan forgiveness scams charge fees for free government programs. Learn how to identify fake student loan relief companies and apply through official channels.
Receiving packages you never ordered is called a brushing scam. Learn why it happens, what risks it poses, and what steps to take to protect yourself.
Money mule scams trick people into moving stolen money through their bank accounts. Learn how to recognize these schemes and avoid becoming an unwitting accomplice.
Snapchat scams exploit disappearing messages and a young user base. Learn about impersonation, fake premium accounts, and how to secure your Snap account.
Fake Walmart emails and texts target millions of shoppers. Learn how to identify Walmart scam messages, what real Walmart communications look like, and where to report.
Report online scams to the FTC, FBI, your bank, and platform-specific channels. A complete guide with links and steps for every type of scam.
Avoid summer travel scams including fake vacation rentals, airline ticket scams, and bogus travel deals. Updated for 2026 with real examples and prevention tips.
AI-generated phishing emails have eliminated grammar mistakes and sound exactly like real corporate communications. Learn the new detection strategies that still work.
Fake toll road texts claim you owe a small unpaid toll. The real goal is your credit card and personal information. Learn how to identify and report these scams.
Before entering personal information or making a purchase, use these 8 steps to check if a website is legitimate. Free tools and verification methods included.
From fake giveaways to romance bait and crypto schemes, these are the 10 most active TikTok scams in 2026 and how to avoid them.
Smishing uses text messages to trick you into clicking malicious links. Learn why SMS phishing has exploded and how to identify fake bank texts.
Business Email Compromise has caused over $50 billion in losses worldwide. Learn how BEC attacks work, why they bypass security tools, and how to defend against them.
Verify if products are genuine before and after buying. Serial numbers, packaging, authentication tools, and category-specific guides.
Refund scam emails promise you money back but end up costing you more. Learn how the overpayment refund scam works and why victims end up paying the scammer.