🔐 October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month

🔐 October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month

💻 Stay Safe Online:
1️⃣ Use strong, unique passwords.
2️⃣ Don’t click suspicious links or attachments.
3️⃣ Enable 2-step verification.

📚 Learn more: https://www.onguardonline.gov 

📲 Spot the Scam

⚠️ Scammers may:

Pretend to be your bank or utility company

Pressure you to “act now”

Ask for personal info or money in unusual ways

👉 If it feels off—pause, hang up, and check with someone you trust.


🕵️ Red Flags to Watch For

🚩 Unexpected calls, texts, or emails
🚩 Requests for gift cards or wire transfers
🚩 Spelling mistakes, strange email addresses

🔎 Tip: Always double-check the sender before clicking a link.


☎️ What To Do if You Suspect a Scam

1️⃣ Don’t reply—hang up or delete the message
2️⃣ Call the number on the back of your card to confirm
3️⃣ Report it:

FTC: ReportFraud.ftc.gov


🔐 Protect Your Identity Online

🖥️ Verify texts and emails before clicking
⌛ Take your time—real companies won’t rush you
💰 Be cautious of “easy money” or job offers that sound too good to be true


🤝 Stay Safe, Share Knowledge

👩‍👩‍👧 Talk to friends & family about scam red flags
🔒 Keep your account info private
📃 Check statements often for unusual charges

✅ Together, we can stop scammers in their tracks!

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