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The Scam Exposed

The Scam Exposed: A phishing site is impersonating Optus at share.evernote.com.

This scam has been reported 48 times and targets senior citizens.

Warning Signs

  • Be cautious of emails or links asking for personal info
  • Verify the website URL before entering sensitive info

To stay safe, never click on suspicious links and always verify the authenticity of the website.

Think you were contacted by this? Do not send money or share codes. Report it to the FTC at reportfraud.ftc.gov, or call the National Elder Fraud Hotline at 833-372-8311.

Check another number or website

You're Safe Here. Let's Fix This Now.

If you already sent money or shared information, act fast. Follow these steps in order.

1

Call Your Bank or Card Company Immediately

Use the number on the back of your card, not any number the caller gave you. Ask them to freeze the transaction or account.

2

Call the National Elder Fraud Hotline

Free help, 7 days a week.

Call 1-833-372-8311
3

Report It to the Government

File a free report at the Federal Trade Commission so they can investigate.

Go to reportfraud.ftc.gov