Question 1

I clicked a suspicious link. What should I do?

Accepted Answer

Do not enter any information. Close the page, clear your browser cache, change passwords for any accounts you were logged into, and run an antivirus scan.

Question 2

I gave someone my personal information in a scam. What now?

Accepted Answer

Freeze your credit at all three bureaus (Equifax, Experian, TransUnion), change all related passwords, enable two-factor authentication, and file a report at identitytheft.gov.

Question 3

I sent money to a scammer. Can I get it back?

Accepted Answer

Contact your bank or payment provider immediately to dispute the transaction. File reports with the FTC at reportfraud.ftc.gov and your local police. Recovery depends on the payment method — credit cards have the best chargeback protection.

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