Text Scams
You get a text that says, "Your package couldn’t be delivered. Click this link." What should you do?
Don’t click the link! Go to the official website to check.
You get a call from the IRS saying you owe back taxes. What’s the scam?
Government imposter scam
What kind of websites are safest to shop on?
Ones that start with https://
What’s a bad password?
A) 123456
B) FluffyBunny1975!
C) L0vemygrandkids
A: 123456
This round button on your phone takes you home.
The Home button
What’s a common red flag in scam texts?
Spelling errors, strange links, and urgent language.
What’s a safe thing to say if you don’t recognize the number?
“I’ll call back using the official number.”
Why should you avoid clicking pop-up ads that say “You’ve won!”?
They’re usually scams or malware traps.
Why shouldn’t you use the same password for every site?
If one gets hacked, they all can!
What can you use to zoom in on text?
Accessibility settings or pinch-to-zoom
“Congrats! You’ve won a $500 Walmart gift card!” What kind of scam is this?
Phishing prize scam
A caller says your niece is in jail and needs bail money now. What’s the trick?
The “grandparent scam”
You Google your bank, click the first result, and log in. What could go wrong?
It might be a fake ad made to look real.
This tool helps store and generate strong passwords.
Password manager
What’s an app?
A) Appliance
B) Software tool on a device
C) Magic trick
B: Software tool
You text “STOP” to a suspicious message. Did that help?
Nope! You may have confirmed your number is active.
They say, “Don’t hang up or you’ll be arrested!” What should you do?
Hang up. The arrest threat is fake.
What should you check before entering personal info online?
The web address (URL) and padlock symbol
“Password” is used by how many people worldwide?
A) None
B) A few
C) Too many
C: Too many. Sadly.
This tech tip helps save battery life.
Close unused apps and lower screen brightness
A scammer texts from a “bank” and asks for your PIN. Should you give it?
No way! Real banks never ask for PINs via text.
This scam tries to get you to say “yes” so they can record it.
Voice signature scam
What is two-factor authentication?
An extra layer of security that confirms it's really you logging in
What's the best way to share your password with someone you trust?
Write it down and hand it to them in person or store it securely (not text).
What can voice assistants like Siri or Google do for you?
Call people, send texts, answer questions, more!