Here's a list of the most common internet scams, the various types of online scams and fraud, as well as advice on how to avoid and report scams.
A - Z List of Top Internet Scams
- ATM Scams
- Bank Email Scams
- Cashier's Check Scams
- Craigslist Scams Craigslist Writer / Research Assistant Scams
- Credit Card Email Scams
- Credit Repair Scams
- Credit Report Scams
- Data Entry Scams
- Direct Deposit Scams
- PayPal and eBay Scams
- Email Job Scams
- Employment Scams
- Entry-Level Job Scams
- Fake Job Came
- Internet Job Scams
- IRS Tax Refund Scams
- Job Scam Examples
- Lottery Winner Scams
- Money Job Scams
- Money Transfer Scams
- Mystery Shopper Scams
- Nanny Scams
- Personal Assistant Scams
- Phishing Scams
- Phone Call From a Recruiter Scam
- Scam Victim Compensation Center Scam
- Shipping Scams
- Scholarship Scams
- Sweepstakes Scams
- Tax Scams
- Unemployment Scams
- Vacation Rental Scams
- Vishing Scams
- Visa Scams
- Work at Home Scams
How to Tell if a Job is a Scam
Review these warning signs to help you figure out if a job posting is a scam. If you're not sure, take the time to research the company to make sure the job is legitimate.
Add a Scam to the List
There are a variety of internet job scams, ranging from fake jobs to scams that try and collect your personal information. Are you aware of scams that should be added to the list?
Report a Scam
If you have been scammed, here's how to report it.


