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2. Sick of those scam text messages? What you can do - AOL

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   According to the Federal Trade Commission, scammers will send fake text messages to try and trick you into giving them personal information, like a password, account number, or Social Security number.

3. How to stop scammers from coming after your verification ...

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   Think of your account password and the verification code as working together, similar to a doorknob lock and a deadbolt. If you unlock the doorknob but not the deadbolt, you can't get inside.

4. Recognize a hacked AOL Mail account

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   • Email filters • Display name • Email signature • Blocked addresses • Mail away message. If your account has been compromised. If you think your account has been compromised, follow the steps listed below to secure it. 1. Change your password immediately. 2. Delete app passwords you don’t recognize. 3. Revert your mail settings if ...

5. Email sender verification notice - AOL Help

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   If you've confirmed the message is safe, we recommend you review your connected devices, confirm or delete your app password, or use the AOL app to ensure continued safe access to your account. If you think the message indicates suspicious activity, we recommend you change your password and secure your account.

6. Protect yourself from internet scams - AOL Help

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   Phishing scams happen when you receive an email that looks like it came from a company you trust (like AOL), but is ultimately from a hacker trying to get your information. All legitimate AOL Mail will be marked as either Certified Mail, if its an official marketing email, or Official Mail, if it's an important account email. If you get an ...

7. What's a six-digit verification code — and why you should ...

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   For example, you might get a text message or email with a six-digit code that you must enter when you log into your bank account. This extra level of protection keeps scammers and hackers out.

8. Reset or change your password - AOL Help

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   Use Sign-in Helper, AOL's password reset and account recovery tool, to get back in to your account. Go to the Sign-in Helper. Enter one of the account recovery items listed. Click Continue. Follow the instructions given in the Sign-in Helper. Change your password. From a desktop or mobile web browser: Sign in to the AOL Account security page.

9. 5 New Texting Scams To Watch Out For - AOL

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   Instead, directly contact the company, service or person the text is allegedly from to verify its legitimacy. Here are five new text message scams that will take your money. Amazon Text Message ...