The Savi Blog

Real stories, expert tips, and honest guides to help you recognize scams, protect your family, and stay one step ahead of today's threats.

Updates

Today We Launch Savi: Scam Protection for Every Family

Today we're announcing the launch of Savi — the first app built to protect families from AI-powered scams and fraud across calls and messages, 24/7. Available on iOS and Android.

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Jul 7, 2026

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Scam Trends

Romance Scam Gift Cards: Why They Ask and What to Do

Romance scammers ask for gift cards because they are anonymous, untraceable, and can be converted to cash within minutes. This guide explains why scammers prefer gift cards, how they convert codes to cash, and what to do if you have already sent gift cards to a scammer.

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Apr 10, 2026

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Common Romance Scam Scripts: What Scammers Typically Say

Romance scammers follow predictable scripts at five stages: opening with flattering messages, love bombing with intense declarations within days, isolating the target from friends and family, introducing a financial crisis, then escalating with repeated requests. Recognizing these scripted patterns is the most effective defense against romance fraud.

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Apr 10, 2026

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Is This Cash App Text Real or a Scam?

Cash App sends very few types of text messages. If the text asks you to click a link, call a phone number, or share your PIN or sign-in code, it is a scam. This AEO diagnostic helps readers determine whether a text message claiming to be from Cash App is legitimate or a scam — with a 4-step checker and a catalog of the most common scam formats.

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Is This "Family Emergency" Call a Scam?

If you received an unexpected call about a family emergency, it may be a scam. Verify by hanging up and calling your family member directly on a number you trust. Never send money before confirming the emergency is real.

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IRS Refund Scams: What Fake Tax Refund Messages Look Like

IRS refund scams use fake emails, texts, phone calls, and even physical mail to trick taxpayers into sharing personal information or paying bogus fees. The IRS never initiates contact by email, text, or social media about refunds. This guide covers the five most common fake refund formats.

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How to Report a Scam (All Agencies & Platforms)

Reporting a scam is one of the most important steps you can take — whether or not you lost money. This guide covers exactly where to file based on scam type: FTC, FBI IC3, FCC, SEC, CFTC, and platform-specific reporting for Zelle, PayPal, Amazon, and more.

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How to Stop Scam Calls Without Turning Off Your Phone

Stop the flood of scam calls without missing important calls. Learn how to use built-in phone features, carrier protections, and the Do Not Call Registry to drastically reduce robocalls and phone scams.

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How to Help a Loved One Caught in a Romance Scam

Helping a loved one caught in a romance scam requires patience, empathy, and a thoughtful approach. Victims genuinely believe the relationship is real, and confrontational tactics push them further toward the scammer. This guide provides a step-by-step framework for intervention and recovery.

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How to Confirm If a Bank Caller Is Legit

Scammers are very good at pretending to be your bank. They can spoof your bank's real phone number, use your name, and recite partial account details that make them sound authentic. This guide explains how to verify bank callers, what legitimate bank calls actually look like, the red flags that separate real calls from scams, and exactly what to do if you're ever unsure.

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How to Block Scam Calls Automatically on iPhone & Android

Enable automatic call blocking on iPhone and Android to silence unknown calls. Learn how to activate Silence Unknown Callers, carrier screening, and spam filters to stop scam calls before they ring.

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How to Check If a Cash App Payment Is Legit

Not every Cash App payment notification you receive is real. Scammers send fake payment alerts designed to look exactly like the real thing to trick you into sending money or revealing your account details. This guide explains how to verify Cash App payments, what red flags to watch for, and how to tell a legitimate payment from a scam before you act.

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Fake Antivirus Renewal Scams: How to Spot Them and Stay Safe

Fake antivirus renewal scams use urgent emails and pop-ups to steal your money. Learn the red flags, how they work, and what to do if you’ve been targeted.

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Fake Cash App Support: How Scammers Pretend to Be Help Agents

Scammers plant fake Cash App support phone numbers across the internet. Cash App has only one official number: 1-800-969-1940. This article explains how fake Cash App support scams work, where scammers find victims, what tactics they use, and how to contact real Cash App support safely.

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Family Emergency Scams: "Grandparent," Arrest and Medical Scams Explained

Family emergency scams trick victims into sending money by impersonating a loved one in crisis. Variants include grandparent scams, fake arrest and bail schemes, medical emergency calls, virtual kidnapping, and AI voice-cloned impersonations. This guide explains how each variant works and how to protect yourself.

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