Scam library

Types of scams

Every scam in the library, sorted into twelve scam types. Each guide covers how the scam starts, why it works, how to spot it and what to do.

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investment

Investment scams

Platforms, coins and groups that show gains that are not there.

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romance

Romance scams

A relationship built online, so that a request for money feels like helping someone you love.

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delivery

Delivery scams

A parcel that needs a small fee or your details before it can arrive.

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banking

Banking scams

Calls and texts that sound like your bank and ask you to move money.

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government

Government scams

Tax offices, police and agencies that are not who they say they are.

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tech-support

Tech support scams

Warnings and callers that want access to your computer.

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employment

Job scams

Offers of work that end with you paying, or handing over your details.

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social-media

Social media scams

Accounts, ads and messages on the platforms you already use.

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subscription

Subscription scams

Renewals, refunds and free trials that take more than they say.

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charity

Charity scams

Appeals for causes that do not exist, often straight after a disaster.

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identity

Identity scams

Your details used to open accounts in your name or take over yours.

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ai-deepfake

AI and deepfake scams

Cloned voices and faked video of people and brands you trust.

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The story changes. The moves repeat.

Every scam type runs on the same eleven tactics. Learn the moves and a scam you have never seen still looks familiar.

Urgency and scarcity

Authority

Fear

Isolation and secrecy

Flattery and hope

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