Pause. Hang up. Check.
- Never pay by gift cards, crypto or wire when someone contacts us.
- Hang up. Call the number on the card or official website.
- Never share codes or passwords with an unexpected caller, even a “bank” or government office.
- Slow down. Tell a family member before sending money.
Family code word: ________________
Ask; do not reveal it. Still call a saved number.
Pause. Hang up. Check.
- Never pay by gift cards, crypto or wire when someone contacts us.
- Hang up. Call the number on the card or official website.
- Never share codes or passwords with an unexpected caller, even a “bank” or government office.
- Slow down. Tell a family member before sending money.
Family code word: ________________
Ask; do not reveal it. Still call a saved number.
Pause. Hang up. Check.
- Never pay by gift cards, crypto or wire when someone contacts us.
- Hang up. Call the number on the card or official website.
- Never share codes or passwords with an unexpected caller, even a “bank” or government office.
- Slow down. Tell a family member before sending money.
Family code word: ________________
Ask; do not reveal it. Still call a saved number.
Pause. Hang up. Check.
- Never pay by gift cards, crypto or wire when someone contacts us.
- Hang up. Call the number on the card or official website.
- Never share codes or passwords with an unexpected caller, even a “bank” or government office.
- Slow down. Tell a family member before sending money.
Family code word: ________________
Ask; do not reveal it. Still call a saved number.
Updated 20 October 2026
Sources: FTC: phone scams · FBI: AI fraud and family verification.