If you searched for “Fast Support Scams,” you are asking the right question.

Every day, people get alarming pop-ups, fake fraud warnings, or unsolicited calls from someone claiming to be from Microsoft, Amazon, a bank, or a “support department.” The goal is almost always the same: create panic, gain trust, and convince you to hand over money, passwords, or access to your device.

This article explains what is real, what is fake, and how to protect yourself and your family from fake tech support scams.