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Be ready. Be aware. Tips
Avoid common scams with these tips.
Can you identify a suspicious package?
Excessive postage and an unknown return address are signs of potentially suspicious mail.
Suspicious MailIs your Social Security card in your wallet?
It’s dangerous to carry your Social Security card. A lost wallet could mean a lost identity.
Identity TheftDo you feel pressured to "act now"?
High-pressure phrases like “This opportunity won’t last!” and “Contact us or face legal action.” are a hallmark of scammers.
Mail FraudIs your child safe?
Know who communicates with your child online and monitor their computer usage.
Child SafetyDo you respond to spam or unsolicited emails?
Unwanted emails—or emails from unknown senders—could be an attempt to “phish” for your private information and steal your identity.
CybercrimeReport a crime
Are you a victim or have you witnessed a mail-related crime? Alert Postal Inspectors to the problem and prevent others from being victimized.
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