Scam Encyclopedia
Comprehensive guides covering 200+ scam types across 15 categories. Learn to recognize, avoid, and report every type of fraud.
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Scam Types
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Complete Category Guides
Long-form pillar pages that walk through every variant in a category — start here for the big picture before drilling into specific scam types.
Phishing & Credential Theft
Deceptive emails, messages, and websites designed to steal login credentials and sensitive information
Investment & Financial Fraud
Fraudulent investment schemes promising unrealistic returns to steal money from victims
Cryptocurrency & Web3 Fraud
Scams exploiting blockchain technology, DeFi, NFTs, and cryptocurrency markets
Romance & Social Engineering
Emotional manipulation through fake relationships and social engineering tactics
Shopping & E-commerce Fraud
Fake online stores, counterfeit goods, and deceptive shopping practices
Employment & Business Fraud
Fake job postings, work-from-home scams, and business email compromise
Government & Authority Impersonation
Scammers posing as government officials, tax authorities, or law enforcement
Tech Support & Digital Threats
Fake tech support calls, ransomware, scareware, and digital extortion
Identity Theft & Personal Data
Stealing and misusing personal information for financial gain or fraud
Crowdfunding Fraud: Fake GoFundMe & Donation Scams
Fraudsters create fake crowdfunding campaigns claiming personal emergencies or disasters to steal donations, costing victims an average of $2,000 per incident.
Disaster Relief Scams: Fake Charities After Crises
Scammers exploit natural disasters by posing as legitimate charities to steal donations meant for victims.
Disaster Relief Supply Scams: How Fake Aid Fraud Works
Scammers impersonate relief organizations after disasters to sell fake supplies or steal donation money. Average victims lose $2,000.
Donation Skimming: Fake Charities Stealing Your Generosity
Scammers create fraudulent charities or pose as legitimate organizations to intercept and pocket donations meant for those in need.
Fake GoFundMe & Crowdfunding Charity Scams
Fraudsters create fake charitable campaigns on crowdfunding platforms to steal donations meant for legitimate causes or disaster relief.