Online shopping scams were the second most-reported type of fraud that resulted in $12.5 billion (yes, billion with a ‘b’) in losses in 2024 alone. These scams infiltrate homes by playing on emotions ...

Online scams are evolving fast, but the tricks behind them are surprisingly predictable once you know what to look for. I ...

"I don't use Facebook. I don't even have an email. How could scammers possibly know anything about me?" That's the question I hear from people over 60 all the time. If you assume that by staying off ...

Online scams have become a routine hazard of American life, from fake delivery texts to hijacked social media accounts. In ...

Cybercriminals are trying to pass themselves off as the FBI employees tasked with helping victims of online scams. Don't fall for it. Bree Fowler writes about cybersecurity and digital privacy. Before ...

There's bad customer service — and even worse bogus customer service where anyone can easily be taken by a scammer with a quirky accent who demands a credit card on the spot when you call a fake ...

Online scams can take various forms, from phishing emails to fake online marketplaces. Understanding these scams is the first step toward protecting yourself. AOL has partnered with the best in the ...

With Christmas days away, experts warn fake online storefronts are tricking seniors with deals that appear legitimate ...

Holiday travelers are warned to watch out for fake travel sites that steal cash and personal information. The BBB warns that packages you didn't order could show up at the door as part of a new scam ...

As the holiday shopping season ramps up, residents in Washington and Idaho are being warned about potential online scams.

Scammers have various methods when it comes to getting their hands on your phone number. You might think, "Well, what's the big deal? Isn't it easy to find someone's number these days, no matter what?

Johnny Depp is kicking off his new year with a warning for fans over an ongoing social media scam that's cost some folks a lot of money. In an Instagram post Monday, the Mortdecai star wished his ...