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Protecting your personal information is essential to preventing identity theft. Be cautious when sharing sensitive information, such as your Social Security number, birthdate, or financial account details, especially online or over the phone. By staying vigilant and taking simple security steps, you can significantly reduce your risk of identity theft.

The holiday season is a time for giving, celebrating, and connection, but it's also a peak time for scams. Fraudsters exploit increased spending, online shopping, and charitable giving to deceive people out of their money and personal information. Protect yourself by staying alert and informed.

It's not always easy to recognize the signs of potential fraud in messages you receive. The variety of scams is vast and continues to become more sophisticated. To help you determine if the messages you've received meet any warning signs, review the following checklist. If you find that any items are marked as 'yes', there is a high probability that you are being scammed. Always remain vigilant about any unusual messages you may encounter.

Learn what romance scams are, how they operate, and the common warning signs to help you recognize and avoid fraudulent relationships.