Fraud Prevention Month 2025

 

Fraud Prevention Month 2025


Fraud Prevention Month is an annual campaign that seeks to help you recognize, reject and report fraud.



Services and information

Fraud and scams

Scammers target both consumers and businesses. Get to know the different types of scams and always report fraud.

Join the Fraud Prevention Forum

See which organizations have joined the Fraud Prevention Forum and find out how your organization can become a member.

 

Anti-fraud Promotional Materials

Use the Anti-fraud promotional materials to help promote Fraud Prevention Month.

Common scams and deceptive practices and how to avoid them

Check out these articles and alerts to learn how to avoid becoming a victim of fraud.

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