$16B
Source: Federal Trade Commission, Consumer Sentinel data for 2025.
Total scam losses filed in 2025
1 in 3
Fraud reports are imposter scams
Source: Federal Trade Commission, Consumer Sentinel data for 2025.
$3.5B
Lost to imposter scams
Source: Federal Trade Commission, Consumer Sentinel data for 2025.
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Identity Theft
Steps to take if your identity is stolen, how to place a fraud alert, and how to recover your credit.
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03
Online Scams
Phishing, fake websites, romance scams, and social media fraud: how to spot them and what to do if you clicked.
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RESOURCE CATEGORIES
KNOW YOUR THREAT
02
Investment Fraud
Recognize Ponzi schemes, fake brokers, and crypto scams. Verify investment opportunities before committing funds.
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04
Elder Fraud
Grandparent scams, Medicare fraud, and financial exploitation targeting older adults, plus how families can step in early.
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