Protect your money. DO NOT SEND a money transfer if any of the following apply. It is fraud, and someone is trying to steal your money. If you send money, it can be paid out very quickly, and you may not recover it.
Guard your funds. If any of the conditions below apply to you, DO NOT SEND a money transfer. It is fraud, and someone is attempting to steal your money. If you send money, it can be quickly disbursed, and you may not be able to receive a refund.
- Never send money to strangers. Know who you are dealing with. Money transfers are like cash.
- Never send money in the following situations:
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- For charity donations or to pay for goods in an online store during a pandemic, natural disaster, or other crisis
- To receive money (e.g., lottery winnings, a prize, a job offer, or a loan)
- To pay government tax agencies or the police
- To purchase a car, puppy, another unique or expensive item, or to pay a deposit for an apartment
- Never send money without verifying the situation. First, contact a friend or family member who you heard needs help.
- If an offer sounds too good to be true, it likely is.
- Never disclose the transaction number to anyone other than the person you intend to send money to. Fraudulent transactions can lead to loss of your funds without the possibility of a refund. Been a victim of fraud? Call 1 (800) 926-9400 for assistance or visit www.moneygram.com and file a complaint.
