Protecting against scams
Suspicious emails, voicemails, and other solicitations are an unfortunate part of everyday life, and identity theft continues to rise. Knowledge is your best defense for protecting your personal information and financial well-being. The resources below can help.
Learn about scams and how to avoid them
NH Consumer Insight, a newsletter from the state Consumer Protection and Antitrust Bureau, helps consumers guard against scams and unfair or deceptive business practices.
The AARP Scams & Fraud page offers news and tips on dozens of specific scams, including charity scams, debt relief scams, grandparent scams, and robocalls.
Protect your online privacy and identity
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) provides guidance on limiting unwanted calls and emails, online security, and identity theft. Its Online Privacy and Security page covers protecting your devices and avoiding common online scams.
The Social Security Administration offers guidance on Social Security scams, and the Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) provides additional online security tips.
Watch out for phone scams
Caller ID spoofing, a widespread problem nationwide, occurs when someone falsifies the information shown on your caller ID display, often to trick you into sharing personal information for identity theft or to extort money. For more information, visit FCC.gov and review the agency's Caller ID and Spoofing Guide.
Get help or report a scam
The AARP Fraud Watch Network Helpline connects you with trained fraud specialists for free guidance if you think you've been targeted or have lost money. It's free and open to the public, AARP membership not required.
To report a spam call or illegal robocall, contact the NH Consumer Protection Bureau:
Email: doj-cpb@doj.nh.gov
Phone: (603) 271-3641 (staffed weekdays 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; leave a message anytime)
Online: file a complaint at www.doj.nh.gov/consumer
Download a guide
The Money Smart for Older Adults guidebook from the federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau offers tips to help prevent common frauds, scams, and elder financial exploitation.
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