Scammers are clever. They come across as convincing, friendly and helpful. But beware, they know how to play on our feelings and catch us when we’re in a hurry, worried, or excited.
The good news? Once you know the warning signs of fraud and recognize your own “higher risk” moments, it gets easier to hit pause and protect your money and your personal information.
This quick quiz helps you:
Practice spotting red flags in real‑life messages, calls and social posts.
Notice when your own emotions (stress, worry, excitement, loneliness) are running high. That’s when we are all most vulnerable and the criminal moves in.
Learn simple “pause, check, and protect” steps you can use in your daily life to help keep your money safe.