Staying Safe in the Digital World
Boomers are often targets for online scams. Protect yourself with these strategies:
Common Scams to Avoid
- “Grandparent” emergency money scams
- Fake tech support calls
- Phishing emails pretending to be banks
Protective Measures
- Install reputable antivirus software
- Never click suspicious links
- Verify unusual requests by calling known numbers
Resource: The AARP Fraud Watch Network offers free scam alerts.
