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Scams & Safety

Practical beginner lessons for recognizing common scams, checking suspicious requests, and responding calmly.

3 lessons About 25 minutes Beginner friendly

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Welcome to Scams & Safety

Online scams can look convincing because they are designed to create urgency, fear, or excitement. This topic teaches a calm, practical approach: pause before acting, verify a request through a trusted method, recognize common warning signs, and know what steps to take when something may have gone wrong.

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Stop, Think, and Check

Use a simple pause-and-verify habit before you act.

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Recognize Common Scams

Notice the patterns scammers use across messages, calls, and websites.

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What to Do If You Think You Have Been Scammed

Take calm, practical steps to limit harm and get help.

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