You get a call, email, or letter saying you won a sweepstakes, lottery, or prize — like an iPad, a new car, or something else. But you know it’s a scam because of what they do next: they ask …

See sample scam letters and checks below! Did you get a letter claiming that you won a big prize? First, we'll let you know that your letter is definitely, absolutely, positively a scam.

Sweepstakes, prize, and lottery frauds are among the top scams people report to the FTC. These scams usually start with a call or message that says you’re a winner. (A lie.) They say to get …

Email phishing: Scammers send unsolicited emails that announce a lottery winning — often from well-known organizations — to gather personal information or money from recipients. Social …

There are several different types of lottery scams: A lottery notifies you (email, mail or phone) that you won*, or; You go to a lottery website, or by phone or mail to "play" / buy a ticket, or; You …

Not to be confused with Lottery fraud. A lottery scam is a type of advance-fee fraud which begins with an unexpected email notification, phone call, or mailing (sometimes including a large …

Apr 30, 2025 · Key points include recognizing tell-tale signs of scams, such as unsolicited messages claiming you've won a lottery you never entered, requests for personal information, …