You don’t have to be the tech-savvy person in your circle to warn friends and family about tech scams. Those who are less than technically inclined are the most vulnerable to these types of scams, which get people to pay for fake computer help or steal their personal info. If your loved ones are susceptible to believe their privacy is under attack, sharing this blog could be the first defense against slimy scammers.
We’ve covered the signs of a tech support scam, but here’s a quick refresher.
If you or someone you know has already been scammed, here’s how to help them through it:
Tech support scams are scary because they tap into something that many people don’t understand, but use every day. By exercising diligence and taking time to evaluate the situation instead of panicking, you can avoid opening the virtual door to unwanted scam. Report all shady experiences to the FTC at ftc.gov/complaint. Reporting scams helps law enforcement go after the bad guys, and helps us add those unwanted numbers to our block lists.
