Impersonation Scams

Fake emails pretending to be from well-known companies.

Amazon Scam Emails: How to Spot Them
Fake order confirmations and Prime renewal notices are designed to make you call. Here is how to check any Amazon message in under a minute.
Apple ID Scam Emails: How to Spot Them
Fake Apple receipts and account-locked warnings are built to make you sign in on the wrong page. Here is how to check safely.
Microsoft Account Scam Emails: How to Spot Them
Fake Microsoft security alerts and 'your PC is infected' pop-ups both lead to the same place. Here is how to check what is real.
Geek Squad Scam Emails: How to Spot Them
A Geek Squad invoice for a subscription you never had is one of the most common scam emails in circulation. Here is what it is really after.
Norton Scam Emails: How to Spot Them
A Norton antivirus renewal charge you never approved is almost always a refund scam. Here is how to check it in a minute.
McAfee Scam Emails: How to Spot Them
McAfee impersonation comes in two flavours: a renewal invoice and an 'your protection has expired' warning. Both want the same thing.