Scams A–Z

Got a text about a Coinbase login, withdrawal, or verification code you didn't request? Here's the verdict and exactly what to do.

Got a PayPal email about a payment, invoice, or account limit you don't recognize? Here's the verdict and what to do.

Got a call saying your Social Security number is suspended or linked to a crime? Here's the verdict and what to do.

Got a text about an unpaid toll, a small balance due, or a late fee from E-ZPass, TxTag, or FasTrak? Here's the verdict and exactly what to do.

Got a USPS text about a held package, an address problem, or a redelivery fee? Here's the verdict and exactly what to do.

Got a text about a Bank of America locked account, a card freeze, or a charge you didn't make? Here's the verdict and exactly what to do.

Got a text about a Chase account lock, a fraud alert, or a charge you didn't make? Here's the verdict on the Chase text scam and exactly what to do.

Got a text about a Wells Fargo transfer, locked account, or fraud alert you didn't expect? Here's the verdict on the Wells Fargo text scam and exactly what to do.

Got a text about an Amazon order, account hold, or delivery problem you don't recognize? Here's the verdict and exactly what to do.

Got a text about a FedEx package on hold, a missed delivery, or a fee to pay? Here's the verdict and exactly what to do.

Got a UPS text about a held package, a delivery fee, or an address you need to confirm? Here's the verdict and exactly what to do.

Got a text about an Afterpay payment, locked account, or order you don't recognize? Here's the verdict and exactly what to do about the Afterpay text scam.

Got a Zelle text about a payment you didn't make, a locked account, or a code to confirm? Here's the verdict and exactly what to do.

Got a text about a Venmo payment, login, or “suspicious activity” you didn't recognize? Here's the verdict and exactly what to do.

Got a text about a Cash App payment, refund, or login you didn't make? Here's the verdict on the Cash App text scam and exactly what to do.

Got a text about an Apple Pay charge, locked account, or payment you didn't make? Here's the verdict and exactly what to do.

Got an Amazon email about an order, a locked account, or a charge you don't recognize? Here's the verdict and what to do.

Got an email saying your Apple ID was locked, suspended, or accessed from a new device? Here's the verdict and what to do.

Got a Geek Squad email about a subscription renewal or auto-charge you don't remember? Here's the verdict and what to do.

Got a Norton email about an auto-renewal, a $400+ charge, or a refund you don't recognize? Here's the verdict and what to do.

Got a McAfee email about an auto-renewal charge or expired subscription you don't recognize? Here's the verdict and what to do.

Got a Microsoft email about a sign-in, account suspension, or expiring password you don't recognize? Here's the verdict and what to do.

Got a Netflix email saying your payment failed or your account is on hold? Here's the verdict on the Netflix email scam and what to do.

Got a DocuSign email asking you to review or sign a document you weren't expecting? Here's the verdict and what to do.

Got a USPS email about a package on hold, a failed delivery, or a redelivery fee? Here's the verdict and what to do.

Got an email about an IRS tax refund you need to claim or verify? Here's the verdict on the IRS refund email scam and what to do.

Got a call saying you owe back taxes and police are on the way? Here's the verdict on the IRS phone scam and what to do.

Got a call about your Medicare card being cancelled or a new card you need to "verify"? Here's the verdict and what to do.

Got a call saying there's a problem with your Amazon order, account, or a charge you didn't make? Here's the verdict on the Amazon call scam and what to do.

Got a call from "Apple Support" saying your iCloud was hacked or your account is locked? Here's the verdict and what to do.

Got a call saying Microsoft detected a virus or hackers on your computer? Here's the verdict on the Microsoft tech support scam and what to do.

Got a call saying your power will be shut off in 30 minutes unless you pay now? Here's the verdict on the utility shutoff call scam and what to do.

Got a call from your bank's fraud department saying there's suspicious activity on your account? Here's the verdict and what to do.

Got a call saying you won a Publishers Clearing House prize but owe a fee first? Here's the verdict on the Publishers Clearing House scam and what to do.

Got a call about a student loan forgiveness program that needs your details or a fee today? Here's the verdict and what to do.

Got a call about your car's expiring warranty or "final notice"? Here's the verdict on the auto warranty call scam and what to do.