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Searching online for health insurance this open season? FTC Chairman @AFergusonFTC has advice to help you avoid a government imposter pretending to be or

RT @FTC: Social Security Administration (@SocialSecurity) impersonators will call and say you'll lose benefits if you don't pay right away. But don't pay. That's not SSA. It’s a scammer trying to get your money or personal info to steal your identity. Learn more:

On #NationalDayoftheDeployed, we honor the U.S. military personnel deployed around the world. Here's a reminder to help protect yourself against identity theft — whether you’re at home or deployed. Learn about active-duty fraud alerts: #DayOfTheDeployed

The FTC is not calling to deactivate your phone number:

How to spot a postcard scam targeting veterans:

Do you click on the top results when you search online? FTC Chairman @AFergusonFTC has some advice for you to help you avoid a scam.

FTC Commissioner @MeadorFTC alerts you to family emergency scams and how to avoid them. Watch the video:

Searching online for health insurance this open season? FTC Chairman @AFergusonFTC has advice to help you avoid a government imposter pretending to be or

Hooyah and happy #NavyBirthday to all past, present, and future U.S. Navy Sailors! Thank you for your service, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment to honor, courage, and commitment. Subscribe to the @MilConsumer blog to learn how to spot and avoid scams:

RT @DoWMilMoney: Click to register for the free Oct. 13 webinar on the Blended Retirement System & Survivor Benefit Plan Basics: CE credits available for Accredited Financial Counselors (AFC®) & Certified Personal Finance Counselors (CPFC®/FinCert). #afcpe #BeyondBasicPay

RT @FTC: Did someone claiming to be an FTC agent tell you to move your money to protect it? Don’t. That's a scam. Learn more at #StopGovImposters

RT @IRStaxsecurity: Hackers can easily steal your personal information from unsecure public Wi-Fi networks. That's why the #IRS and the Security Summit urge you to always use a VPN when connecting to public Wi-Fi. #StaySafeOnline: #CyberMonth

Talking with parents and kids about deepfakes, online safety, and the Take It Down Act:

What to know ahead of Open Enrollment to avoid health insurance scams:

Who gets scammed more often, younger people or older adults? At the FTC, we know scammers target everyone, and FTC Chairman @AFergusonFTC has a message that might surprise you.

Scammer target people online with investment scams. Learn how to spot those scammers at

If you’re looking for a job, learn how to spot and avoid job training scams. Learn more at:

RT @IRStaxsecurity: Scammers commonly set up fake charities to take advantage of your generosity during natural disasters and other tragic events. This #IRS tool shows you how to verify a charity is legit before you give: #NationalPreparednessMonth

RT @FTC: The FTC enforces compliance with the #TakeItDownAct to hold platforms accountable. If a platform fails to act within 48 hours of your takedown request, report the platform to the FTC. Watch FTC Chairman @AFergusonFTC's message:

Did an online platform fail to quickly take down your intimate images? Report it to the FTC: