9 Seconds for
A Safer World

Just like links and attachments, some QR codes are up to no good–quishing is when scammers use them to send you to fake sites or steal your information.

Only scan QR codes from trusted sources and check the website URL before entering any sensitive details.

Scammers pose as buyers or sellers to rush you into deals, overpay, or ask you to send money outside the platform. They often disappear once payment is sent.

Pause and take 9 before you buy. Avoid upfront payments, don’t move conversations off the platform, and only use secure payment methods. If a deal feels too good to be true, it probably is.

Romance scams happen when criminals use fake profiles to build emotional relationships online, then ask for money or sensitive information.

If something feels rushed or too good to be true, take a moment to pause, Take9, and check for warning signs. Verify profiles and photos, stay on trusted platforms, watch for urgency, and never send money to someone you’ve only met online or by phone.

Scammers target families during times of loss, posing as funeral homes, service providers, or even charities to pressure you into paying for fake or inflated services.

Take 9 before you pay. Work directly with trusted funeral homes, verify any requests for payment, and don’t feel rushed to make decisions. Avoid sharing personal or financial information with anyone who contacts you unexpectedly.

Scammers pose as “notarios” or immigration experts, promising legal help, faster processing, or guaranteed results. They often charge high fees for services they aren’t qualified to provide, putting your money and your future at risk.

Only work with licensed attorneys or accredited representatives. Be wary of anyone guaranteeing results or asking for large upfront fees, and always verify credentials through official sources.

Just like links and attachments, some QR codes are up to no good–quishing is when scammers use them to send you to fake sites or steal your information.

Only scan QR codes from trusted sources and check the website URL before entering any sensitive details.

Scammers pose as buyers or sellers to rush you into deals, overpay, or ask you to send money outside the platform. They often disappear once payment is sent.

Pause and take 9 before you buy. Avoid upfront payments, don’t move conversations off the platform, and only use secure payment methods. If a deal feels too good to be true, it probably is.

Romance scams happen when criminals use fake profiles to build emotional relationships online, then ask for money or sensitive information.

If something feels rushed or too good to be true, take a moment to pause, Take9, and check for warning signs. Verify profiles and photos, stay on trusted platforms, watch for urgency, and never send money to someone you’ve only met online or by phone.

Scammers target families during times of loss, posing as funeral homes, service providers, or even charities to pressure you into paying for fake or inflated services.

Take 9 before you pay. Work directly with trusted funeral homes, verify any requests for payment, and don’t feel rushed to make decisions. Avoid sharing personal or financial information with anyone who contacts you unexpectedly.

Scammers pose as “notarios” or immigration experts, promising legal help, faster processing, or guaranteed results. They often charge high fees for services they aren’t qualified to provide, putting your money and your future at risk.

Only work with licensed attorneys or accredited representatives. Be wary of anyone guaranteeing results or asking for large upfront fees, and always verify credentials through official sources.

Just like links and attachments, some QR codes are up to no good–quishing is when scammers use them to send you to fake sites or steal your information.

Only scan QR codes from trusted sources and check the website URL before entering any sensitive details.

Scammers pose as buyers or sellers to rush you into deals, overpay, or ask you to send money outside the platform. They often disappear once payment is sent.

Pause and take 9 before you buy. Avoid upfront payments, don’t move conversations off the platform, and only use secure payment methods. If a deal feels too good to be true, it probably is.

Romance scams happen when criminals use fake profiles to build emotional relationships online, then ask for money or sensitive information.

If something feels rushed or too good to be true, take a moment to pause, Take9, and check for warning signs. Verify profiles and photos, stay on trusted platforms, watch for urgency, and never send money to someone you’ve only met online or by phone.

Scammers target families during times of loss, posing as funeral homes, service providers, or even charities to pressure you into paying for fake or inflated services.

Take 9 before you pay. Work directly with trusted funeral homes, verify any requests for payment, and don’t feel rushed to make decisions. Avoid sharing personal or financial information with anyone who contacts you unexpectedly.

Scammers pose as “notarios” or immigration experts, promising legal help, faster processing, or guaranteed results. They often charge high fees for services they aren’t qualified to provide, putting your money and your future at risk.

Only work with licensed attorneys or accredited representatives. Be wary of anyone guaranteeing results or asking for large upfront fees, and always verify credentials through official sources.