How can you tell if someone is an online scammer?

Know what to look foryou dont know contacts you out of the blue.youve never met in person asks for money.asks you to pay for something or to give them money through unusual payment methods such as gift cards, wire transfers or cryptocurrencies.More items

What can I do if I was scammed online?

If youve been scammed, consider reporting the fraud to the police to see if they can take any action, as well as to your state consumer protection office. You can also report scams to the FTC. File a report online with the FTC, or by phone at (877) 382-4357.