Scammers target seniors every day. We make it simple to protect your grandparents, parents, and yourself — no tech experience needed.
Know the threats
These are the most common scams reported by the FBI and FTC. Share this with someone you love.
A caller pretends to be a grandchild in trouble — arrested, in an accident, or in danger — and begs for money wired immediately.
Very CommonA popup or call claims your computer has a virus. They ask for remote access or payment to "fix" a problem that doesn't exist.
Very Common"You've won! Just pay a small fee to claim your prize." There is no prize. Once you pay, they disappear.
CommonA fake online relationship builds over weeks or months, then the "partner" asks for money for an emergency, travel, or medical bills.
Rising FastCallers pretend to be from the IRS, Social Security, or Medicare — threatening arrest or benefit cancellation unless you pay immediately.
Very CommonA text claims your package is held and asks you to click a link and enter personal info. The link steals your data.
CommonSimple protection steps
Share these with your grandparents today. No tech knowledge needed.
If someone calls claiming to be family or a government agency, hang up and call them back using a number you already know.
Legitimate organizations never ask for payment via wire transfer or gift cards. This is always a scam.
Go directly to a website by typing it yourself. Never click links sent via text or email about packages, prizes, or accounts.
A password manager creates strong unique passwords for every site. You only need to remember one master password.
Before sending any money online — even to someone you know — tell a trusted family member first. Scammers rely on urgency and secrecy.
"I see how often seniors are targeted. They deserve real protection, not confusing tech advice."
Our mission
Don't Scam Gran was started by a high school student who works directly with seniors and saw firsthand how often they're targeted by scammers.
Our goal is simple: give families clear, honest information to protect the people they love — without overwhelming them with tech jargon.
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