ONLINE SAFETY LEARNING

Learn how to stay safer online with confidence

Explore simple online safety lessons, printable scam awareness guides, and step-by-step support designed to help older adults use technology more safely.

What you can do on this page
  • Watch cybersecurity lessons and scam awareness videos
  • Use printable guides to recognize common scams and warning signs
  • Get quick access to scam reporting and protection resources
NEED HELP NOW?

If you think you may be dealing with a scam

Use the scam reporting resources below to find trusted places to report fraud, protect your information, and get support quickly.

Report a Scam
CYBERSECURITY VIDEO LESSONS

Watch online safety lessons

Learn about scams, online safety, and common warning signs with beginner-friendly lessons designed for older adults.

Online Safety and Scam Awareness
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PRINTABLE ONLINE SAFETY GUIDES

Use step-by-step safety guides

Browse printable guides by topic to learn safer technology habits, recognize common scams, and protect yourself online.

Open a topic below to explore beginner-friendly guides you can read now or save for later.

Online Safety Basics
Learn simple steps to stay safe while using the internet.
Cybersecurity Awareness Learn helpful tips, important definitions, and practical steps to stay safer online. Open guide →
Common Scams
Learn how to recognize and protect yourself from common scams.
5 Scams Targeting Older Adults Learn how to spot and avoid common scams that often target older adults. Open guide → Detect and Protect Yourself from Romance Scams Review warning signs, common tactics, and ways to respond more safely. Open guide →
Apps and Messaging
Learn how to use messaging apps and manage conversations more safely.
How to Leave a WhatsApp Community Follow step-by-step instructions to exit a WhatsApp community more confidently. Open guide →
REPORT A SCAM

Find trusted places to report fraud and get support

Not sure where to start?

Start by reporting the scam to the FTC. If money was stolen, your identity was used, or you are still receiving suspicious calls or messages, use the additional resources below.

Report a Scam

Use these resources to report fraud, online scams, cybercrime, or financial scams.

Report scams (FTC)
Report fraud and suspicious activity to the Federal Trade Commission.
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Report online scams (FBI)
Report internet scams and cybercrime through the FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center.
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Report financial scams
File complaints about financial fraud through the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.
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Protect Your Identity and Money

Use these if your personal information, bank details, credit, or identity may have been affected.

Identity theft recovery (FTC)
Get step-by-step help if your identity or personal information may have been compromised.
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Check your credit report
Review your credit report for suspicious activity if you think your information may have been used.
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Stop Unwanted Contact

Use these to reduce unwanted calls, robocalls, telemarketing calls, or spam text messages.

Do Not Call Registry
Reduce telemarketing calls and take steps to help limit unwanted contact.
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Stop robocalls and spam texts
Learn how to block unwanted calls and messages through official FCC guidance.
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Get Support and Guidance

Use these if you want general guidance, local help, or to talk with someone about what happened.

Find help near you
Use government scam and fraud resources to find guidance and next steps.
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AARP Fraud Watch Network
Talk to a real person for scam support and guidance.
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EXTRA SUPPORT

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Get extra support if you want help understanding a warning sign, checking if something looks suspicious, or learning safer next steps.

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