The 12 Scams of Christmas: How to Protect Yourself this Holiday Season

Posted on 12/20/24

Criminals will use any reason to try to steal your personal information and hard-earned money. This holiday season, you can protect yourself from package delivery scams, fake charities, and Amazon imposters with just a few easy steps. Check out the videos below to arm yourself with tips and tricks for spotting and stopping these scams.

Day 1: Amazon Imposter Scams



Day 2: Package Delivery Scams


Day 3: Fake Charities


Day 4: Gift Card Scams


Day 5: Work From Home Scams


Day 6: Romance Scams


Day 7: Porch Pirates


Day 8: Bank Imposters


Day 9: Utility Shut Off Scams


Day 10: Grandparent Scams


Day 11: Weight Loss Scams


Day 12: Pet Scams

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