The ScamBomb blog is a library of plain-English scam guides, real incident breakdowns, and step-by-step protection tips.
A real Bank of America email comes from an @bankofamerica.com address and links only to bankofamerica.com. Here is the 60-second check, the lookalike domains to watch, and what to do if you clicked.
A stranger offering an allowance then asking for Amazon gift cards is always a scam. See the exact message-by-message script, the red flags, and what to do if you already sent a code.
A loved one won’t believe they’re being scammed? Use these practical conversation scripts to keep them talking, check the claims, and prevent another payment.
Use the 10-second check to spot the five red flags in suspicious messages, emails, and calls—and learn what to do next.
A real-world scareware cleanup: fake Microsoft Defender and McAfee popups, a hijacked browser notification permission, and the 8-step fix that saved the day.
A Florida woman lost $15,000 to an AI voice clone scam — and every single red flag was catchable. Full playbook breakdown + how to set up a family safe word today.
What an Android “3 viruses” warning does and does not prove, plus safe steps for browser tabs, site notifications, and unwanted apps.
$4.9B in losses, a 43% year-over-year surge, and AI voice cloning responsible for $897M in cumulative deepfake fraud. We commissioned the research. Here's what we found.
Verify a possible bank alert safely, recognize common follow-up tactics, and respond if you already clicked or shared information.
USPS redelivery is free. Learn how fake fee texts work, how to check a package safely, and what to do if you clicked or paid.
A simple checklist to run through before clicking any link in an email or text message.
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