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Types of Scams

Browse our comprehensive library of common scams to stay informed and protect yourself online.

"Alaye" in Online Scammer Slang

"Alaye" in Online Scammer Slang

Decoding the Word Scammers Use to Identify Each Other

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Advance-Fee Fraud

Advance-Fee Fraud

Recognising and Avoiding Upfront Payment Scams

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Adware Threats

Adware Threats

Recognising and Mitigating Adware Risks

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Beneficiary Scam

Beneficiary Scam

Unveiling the Truth Behind Beneficiary Scams

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Blackmail Scam

Blackmail Scam

Spotting and Responding to Blackmail Attempts

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Browser Hijacking

Browser Hijacking

Identifying and Preventing Browser Hijacking Attacks

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Browser Protection

Browser Protection

Enhance Your Safety with the ScamAvert Browser Plugin

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Business Scam

Business Scam

Protecting Your Business from Fraudulent Schemes

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Celebrity Impersonation

Celebrity Impersonation

Avoiding Scams Involving Fake Celebrity Endorsements

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Charity Fraud

Charity Fraud

Protecting Your Generosity: Avoiding Charity Fraud

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Competition Scam

Competition Scam

Recognising and Avoiding Fraudulent Competitions

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Credential Harvesting

Credential Harvesting

Guarding Against Credential Harvesting Attacks

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