Free Consumer Fraud Alert (Printable Letter)
Are you worried someone you care about may be at risk of a romance or “catfish” scam?
Sometimes the most effective help is simply sharing the right information at the right time.
Home Fraud Defense offers a free, printable Consumer Fraud Alert letter that individuals can share with someone they are concerned about.
This letter is designed to:
Share common warning signs of online and financial scams
Encourage pause, verification, and outside advice before money or personal information is shared
Provide trusted, free resources for education and support
The letter is informational, anonymous, and judgment-free.
It does not accuse anyone of wrongdoing and does not claim that a scam is occurring.
Download & Print — Free
You may download and print this Consumer Fraud Alert letter at no cost.
How this free resource can be used
This Consumer Fraud Alert may be helpful for:
Family members concerned about a loved one
Friends or caregivers who want to share information respectfully
Professionals seeking an educational handout
Anyone who wants to provide early awareness without confrontation
You decide if, when, and how to share it.
Privacy & Use Notice
This resource is provided for general consumer education.
No registration is required.
No information is collected.
If you believe someone is in immediate danger or a crime is in progress, contact local law enforcement using appropriate emergency or non-emergency channels.
Why Home Fraud Defense provides this resource
Home Fraud Defense exists to reduce the harm of fraud through education, early awareness, and trusted information — especially before irreversible financial loss occurs.
What this resource is — and is not
This resource IS:
Free and publicly available
Educational in nature
Focused on awareness and prevention
This resource IS NOT:
An investigation
A legal notice
A report to law enforcement
A claim that fraud has occurred
Home Fraud Defense does not investigate individuals or verify personal situations. The letter is provided solely to help people make informed decisions.