The Office of Information Security Services has provided a set of tips created by the Federal Trade Commission to help you avoid scammers that are using the the coronavirus pandemic to try to take advantage of you.

Here are some ways you can protect yourself and your family.

• • Ignore offers for vaccinations and home test kits. Scammers are selling products to treat or prevent COVID-19 without proof that they work.
  • Hang up on robocalls. Scammers use illegal sales call to get your money and your personal information.
  • Watch out for phishing emails and text messages. Don’t click on links in emails or texts you didn’t expect.
  • Research before you donate. Don’t let anyone rush you into making a donation. Get tips on donating wisely at ftc.gov/charity.
  • Stay in the know. Go to ftc.gov/coronavirus/scams for the latest information on scams. Sign up to get FTC’s alerts at ftc.gov/subscribe.

These tips are also available in a downloadable PDF.