Learn how to detect scam sites

Scammers use email or text messages to try to steal your passwords, account numbers, or Social Security numbers. If they get that information, they could get access to your email, bank, or other accounts. Or they could sell your information to other scammers. Scammers launch thousands of phishing attacks like these every day and they’re often successful.Scammers often update their tactics to keep up with the latest news or trends, but here are some common tactics used in phishing emails or text messages:Phishing emails and text messages often tell a story to trick you into clicking on a link or opening an attachment.