Protected: Scam Radar: Spot a Fake Before It Gets You

The Hook

Ever get a text like “Click here to claim your prize!” or “Is this you in this photo?” Yeah—don’t fall for it. Scammers are counting on you clicking without thinking.

Common Tricks to Watch For:

  • Messages that sound super urgent (“You will be locked out of your account!”)
  • Deals that are way too good to be true (“Free money!”)
  • Typos, bad grammar, or weird looking numbers or email addresses
  • Random links—especially if they come out of nowhere (even from friends… hacked accounts are a thing)

How to Stay Safe:

  • Don’t click. Seriously, just don’t.

  • Don’t reply. That just confirms you’re real.

  • Take a screenshot and tell a trusted adult or report it as spam.

  • Not sure if it’s legit? Go straight to the source—like the real app or website.