Steam Cards function like gift cards: you spend an amount of money for the card, to be able to use that as a voucher on the Steam website for purchasing video games and other software. And like any other gift card, Steam Cards are often targeted in scams. Steam Cards can be bought at physical […]
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Remote control scams are alive and well in 2023. I blogged about this just a year ago, but this is important enough to go over again. A remote control scam is where someone is out to steal your money, and they use remote control software to get into your computer. Once they have access to […]
There’s a scam going around right now, promising a 50% discount on your Comcast/Xfinity bill. You might see this scam in your email, Facebook feed or even get a phone call! In any case, please know that it is not a legitimate offer. It is too good to be true. Anyone duped into calling the […]
Remote-control scammers are dreadful. They get inside your head and your computer, and do whatever it takes to get into your bank accounts. I really hope you can avoid being tricked by these awful people. But in case you find yourself in a jackpot with these jokers, I need to tell you about one of […]
The internet is a hotbed for crime, Facebook especially so. It’s simply too big to police. But since we can’t give up using the internet or Facebook, our other options are to prepare, learn and adapt. I encourage you to maintain a rampant skepticism as you use the web. Come with me and consider the […]
Here’s a scam that you should know about, but not because it’s particularly dangerous. It’s just weird. But once you know the details about brushing scams, they won’t creep you out, and you can quickly move on from them. Surprise‽ When an unexpected item arrives at your doorstep, it may be part of a brushing […]
For anyone involved in SNAP or receiving EBT funds, please be aware of the following scam: This is a text message that did NOT come from the government or any legitimate entity. It is the beginning of a scheme to steal your EBT funds. If you receive this text, do NOT call the number. Do […]
I’ve seen plenty of Paypal-related scams, but this one is the slickest I’ve encountered to date. Pay attention and don’t be fooled if The Hybrid Paypal Scam shows up on your doorstep: The Scam Arrives You’ll see this scam arrive either in your inbox as an email, or in your Paypal account as a transaction […]
You should know about Accidental Payment Scams that can occur through instant money-sending apps, like Venmo, Cash App and Zelle. What the Scam Looks Like It starts with an unexpected payment from an unknown person. Your Venmo may pop up and say any number of off-the-wall things: Next, you’ll get a follow-up email or text: […]
The Microsoft 365 Renewal Scam is yet another phishing operation, based on a renewal or subscription you never agreed to: This email is 100% fiction and fake. There is no purchase or charge. This didn’t come from Microsoft. If you get this message: How to tell it’s a phishing scam? Well, not all are easy […]