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

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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