AI Deepfake Scams

A familiar voice, a convincing video call, or an urgent alert can pressure anyone into acting before checking the facts. This practical guide helps adults pause, verify requests, and make safer decisions when a scam appears to come from someone they trust.

Explore ways to check identities through independent channels, recognize suspicious alerts and support calls, and approach romance, investment, job, shopping, and other money offers with care. You’ll also find guidance on strengthening accounts and devices, setting safeguards with family and coworkers, and understanding what detection tools can—and cannot—tell you.

• Practical identity-checking habits for calls, messages, and video
• Everyday account and device security measures
• Steps to take after a scam, including preserving evidence and finding reporting routes
• A thirty-day plan for building manageable habits

Examples featuring Evelyn and Rosa bring common situations into view. A table of contents and plain-language glossary support easy reference, while the chapters offer a clear path from recognizing a possible trap to responding and preparing for change. Use this guide to start conversations, agree on verification habits, and give yourself more time to think before you act.