Protect Yourself from the Six Scams of Christmas

1. Charity Scams

Scammers often pose as charitable organizations to trick you into donating money.

2. Letters from Santa (Including Phishing)

Emails claiming to be from “Santa” or urgent holiday messages may request your personal details or trick you into clicking malicious links

3. Gift Card Scams

Scammers may send fake gift cards for popular sites like Amazon or Google or request payment using gift cards.

4. Shopping Scams

Fake websites and fraudulent sellers often pop up during the holidays, offering deals that seem too good to be true.

5. Travel Scams

Scammers advertise fake holiday getaways or too-good-to-be-true travel deals.

6. Fake Job Offers

Seasonal job scams prey on holiday job seekers, often asking for upfront payments or personal details.

Click here for more (extended version) about what to watch for and how to protect yourself

Stay vigilant and report suspicious activity or emails to NVC IT at 210-486-4777. 

If something feels off, trust your instincts and double-check before taking action. 

Let’s work together to keep this holiday season merry, bright, and scam-free!