Equip yourself with the knowledge to identify, avoid, and report the most sophisticated online scams targeting users today.
Cybercriminals are constantly evolving. Watch out for these highly effective scams.
Fake texts posing as FedEx, Banks, or Income Tax dept saying "Your account is locked" or "Delivery failed".
Pop-ups claiming "Your PC is infected! Call this number." or fake customer care numbers placed via Google Ads.
WhatsApp messages offering money to "like YouTube videos". They eventually ask you to deposit money for "premium tasks".
Fake trading apps or "experts" on Instagram promising 200% returns in 3 days. Once invested, you can never withdraw.
Scammer builds a romantic relationship over months on dating apps, then convinces the victim to invest in a fake crypto platform.
Fraudsters place fake QR codes over real ones at shops or parking meters. Scanning them takes you to a fake payment page.
If you have been scammed, time is critical. Report it immediately to the proper authorities.
Follow these fundamental rules to drastically reduce your risk of getting hacked.
Real examples of how scammers operate in the wild.