Recovery & Protection Guides
Been scammed or want to protect yourself? Step-by-step guides for reporting fraud, recovering funds, and staying safe online.
What to Do If You've Been Scammed Online: Recovery Guide
Immediate steps to take if you've been scammed online. Freeze accounts, secure passwords, document evidence, report to authorities, and start the recovery process.
How to Check If a Company Is Fake: Verification Checklist
Learn how to verify if a company is legitimate using official registries, BBB, SEC EDGAR, domain age checks, and more. Protect yourself from fake businesses and scams.
Will Coinbase Refund If Scammed? What You Need to Know (2026)
Find out if Coinbase will refund you after a scam. Learn what Coinbase covers, what they don't, steps to take immediately, and realistic recovery expectations.
How to Protect Yourself from Phishing Attacks (2026)
Comprehensive guide to protecting yourself from phishing via email, SMS, voice calls, and social media. Learn about MFA, password managers, and proven defense strategies.
How to Report a Crypto Scam: Step-by-Step Guide (2026)
Learn exactly how to report a crypto scam to the FBI, FTC, SEC, CFTC, and your exchange. Step-by-step instructions to report bitcoin and cryptocurrency fraud.
How to Report a Phishing Email: Complete Guide (2026)
Step-by-step instructions to report phishing emails to Gmail, Outlook, Apple, the FTC, and the Anti-Phishing Working Group. Protect yourself and help shut down scammers.
How to Check If a Phone Number Is a Scam (2026 Guide)
Learn how to identify scam phone numbers, common scam area codes, free reverse lookup tools, and how to block spam calls on any phone.
How to Spot a Scam Website: 10 Red Flags to Watch For
Learn how to identify fake and scam websites with this comprehensive checklist. Check URLs, contact info, payment methods, domain age, and more before you trust a site.