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American consumers reported losing more than $10 billion to fraud last year. Get information on how you and your family can spot, avoid and report scams.

FTC guide provides basic information needed to protect small businesses from cyber attacks.

In 2023, Americans reported losing nearly $2.7 billion to "imposter scams," where the scammer pretends to be someone you trust to convince you to send them money. Learn ways to spot them.

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Data Visualizations

Use our visualizations to explore scam and fraud trends in your state based on reports from consumers like you.

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Consumer Alert

Skip the scams as you look for options to avoid foreclosure

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Consumer Alert

Heads up in your language

Jim Kreidler
Consumer Alert

Mystery shopping, (fake) checks, and gift cards

Andrew Rayo

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