Learn to recognize different types of phone scams and protect yourself from fraud. Each guide includes warning signs and prevention tips; current FTC and FCC complaint breakdowns appear below.
Callers impersonating IRS agents, threatening arrest for unpaid taxes, demanding immediate payment via gift cards or wire transfer.
Fake Microsoft, Apple, or antivirus company representatives claiming your computer has a virus and requesting remote access or payment.
Scammers posing as your bank's fraud department, claiming suspicious activity and requesting account details or one-time passcodes.
Callers claiming your Social Security number has been suspended or used in a crime, demanding immediate action to avoid arrest.
You've won a prize, sweepstakes, or lottery! But you need to pay fees, taxes, or shipping first to claim your winnings.
Aggressive callers claiming you owe money for debts you don't recognize, threatening lawsuits or wage garnishment.
Callers offering free medical equipment, genetic testing kits, or health insurance plans in exchange for your Medicare number.
Fake utility company representatives threatening immediate disconnection unless you pay overdue bills right now via prepaid cards.
Fake UPS, FedEx, or Amazon delivery notifications asking you to click links or provide personal information to reschedule delivery.
Scammers building fake romantic relationships to eventually request money for emergencies, travel, or investment opportunities.
Fake job offers requiring upfront payment for training, equipment, or background checks. Work-from-home schemes that are too good to be true.
Automated pre-recorded messages about car warranties, insurance, debt relief, or other unsolicited offers. Often spoofed to look local.
The FTC groups complaints by what the caller discussed. Counts below come from the FTC data in Phoneya.
The FCC classifies how an unwanted contact arrived, such as prerecorded voice, live voice, or text message.
Help protect others by reporting scam calls. You can report directly on Phoneya or to official agencies:
