Scammers post fake job opportunities on legitimate websites, conduct quick interviews, and then ask for money or personal information. Be cautious of upfront fees, pressure to act quickly, or jobs that seem too good to be true—legitimate employers will never ask you to pay for a job.

Scammers promise guaranteed or unusually high returns through cryptocurrency investments and often create a sense of urgency. Remember, no legitimate investment can guarantee profits, and unsolicited investment offers should be approached with caution.

These scams use professional-looking websites to advertise popular products at unusually low prices but never deliver the item. Protect yourself by checking reviews, verifying contact information, and being skeptical of deals that seem too good to be true.

Scammers use alarming headlines or urgent messages to entice you into clicking links that can steal personal or financial information. Avoid clicking unexpected links and verify messages through trusted sources before taking action.

Scammers build online relationships to gain trust before asking for money, gifts, or cryptocurrency. Never send or receive money on behalf of someone you have not met in person, and be cautious of requests for secrecy or financial assistance.

Scammers pose as tech support representatives and claim your computer is infected to gain remote access, steal information, or collect payments. Legitimate companies will not contact you unexpectedly to fix your device or ask for login credentials or payment over the phone.