How to recognize a fake Geek Squad renewal scam
Oct 25, 2022 · This time they’re pretending to be from Geek Squad, Best Buy’s tech support service. Here’s what we’re hearing about the scam and what to do if you see it. You get a text …
Three ways scammers try to steal your money | Consumer Advice
Scammers send you a bogus email about renewing a subscription or membership you never signed up for. For example, they might pretend to be from Geek Squad, Best Buy’s tech …
FTC Data Spotlight: New insights about imposter scams
Apr 2, 2024 · It’s a scam, breaks down this complicated scam. Scammers send you phony notices saying they’re going to charge you hundreds of dollars to renew a subscription, often …
Consumer Alerts Archive | Consumer Advice
Oct 25, 2022 · Scammers are at it again, impersonating well-known businesses and trying to rip people off. This time they’re pretending to be from Geek Squad, Best Buy’s tech support …
phishing | Consumer Advice
Dec 14, 2023 · Scammers are at it again, impersonating well-known businesses and trying to rip people off. This time they’re pretending to be from Geek Squad, Best Buy’s tech support …
How To Avoid Imposter Scams | Consumer Advice
Geek Squad: Geek Squad impersonators send you a bogus invoice that says you’re going to be charged hundreds of dollars to renew your membership if you don’t call to cancel within 24 hours.
Seemingly urgent security messages could lead to tech support …
Apr 14, 2025 · The message might even say or suggest it’s from Microsoft, Apple, or Geek Squad. Should you click immediately to see what it’s about? No, and here’s why. That urgent …
Sure ways to spot a scammer | Consumer Advice
Mar 21, 2024 · If someone wants to keep you on the phone while you go withdraw or transfer money, buy gift cards, or anything else they’re asking you to do: that’s a scammer.
Did you get a call or text about a suspicious purchase on Amazon?
Mar 15, 2024 · That’s a scam. No one used your Social Security number to open fraudulent accounts in your name. Scammers say this to scare you — don’t trust the person on the …
Spot impersonator scams and share what you know
These scams happen when someone pretends to be someone they’re not — say, from a government agency or a well-known business — and tries to get you to pay or give them …