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Staying safe with AI

AI is a wonderful helper. Let’s make sure it stays safe for you.

The same tools that help you can also be used by scammers to copy voices and fake messages. We will help you spot the tricks, know when to trust an answer, and keep your private things private. In plain words, no fear.

Got a message that feels off? Check it in 30 seconds
Buddy, your friendly guide

Think you are being scammed right now?

Take a breath. You are doing the right thing by checking. Here is what to do, in order.

  1. Stop. Do not send money, gift cards, or codes. Real banks and government offices never ask for those.
  2. Do not click or call back. It is okay to hang up or close the message and not reply.
  3. Check with a real person. Call someone you trust, or call your bank using the number on your own card, not a number they gave you.
  4. Report it using the trusted places below. It is free, and it helps stop them.
Trusted places to report (in the US)

Not in the US? Tell your bank and your local police. Most countries have a fraud reporting line too.

The one rule that keeps you safe

For money, health, or anything legal, and for any big decision, AI can help you understand and prepare. But a real person decides. When it matters, stop and ask your doctor, your bank, your pharmacist, or someone you trust. A good helper is glad when you double-check.

How to ask AI about money the safe way Can I trust what ChatGPT tells me about my health? Can ChatGPT give legal advice you can rely on?
Walk through it

Learn to spot the most common scams

The “grandchild in trouble” callA panicked call that sounds just like your grandchild, asking for money.See how to spot it The “you won a prize” messageA text says you won a gift card. There is always a catch.See how to spot it The “your account is locked” alertA message says your bank or account is locked. It wants your password.See how to spot it The "Social Security or Medicare is suspended" threat callA scary call says your benefits are frozen. They want money now.See how to spot it The "your computer has a virus" pop-upA loud pop-up says your computer is infected. It tells you to call a number.See how to spot it The "you were charged, call for a refund" scamA fake message says you were charged. It traps you while it pretends to give a refund.See how to spot it The "your package is waiting" delivery textA text says a package is held. It asks you to pay a small fee or fix your address.See how to spot it The "online sweetheart" scamA new online love who turns warm fast, then asks for money.See how to spot it The "your power will be shut off" callA caller says your power dies today unless you pay now.See how to spot it The fake bank fraud department call that moves your moneyA caller says your account is in danger. They want you to move money, send a payment, buy gift cards, or read out a code fast.See how to spot it The "urgent disaster donation" emailAn email begs for fast donations to a disaster fund. It wants odd payment.See how to spot it The "easy work-from-home job" check scamA fast job offer sends you a fake check. Then they ask for money back.See how to spot it The "free government grant" message from a hacked friendA friend says they got free grant money. They say you can too.See how to spot it

Spot a scam

Scammers now use AI to copy real voices, fake faces, and write very convincing messages. These show you the signs.

Know when the AI is wrong

AI can sound completely sure and still be wrong. It is not lying, it just guesses sometimes. Here is how to check.

Never share these

Some things are never safe to type into any AI. Keep these to yourself, always.

Keep your people safe

Help the people you love stay safe too, especially grandchildren and anyone who worries about new things.

Everyday safe habits

A few small habits keep you safe without any worry.

Buddy, your friendly guide
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