Hallmark Scams

Welcome to Hallmark Scams: Protecting Your Heart and Your Wallet - a specialized safety workshop designed to pull back the curtain on emotional tricks and keep your information secure. What You Will Learn: We will teach you how to enjoy your favorite entertainment safely, without the fear of being taken advantage of. Here is what we will cover: The "Star" Imposters: Learn how scammers create fake profiles using the names and photos of popular Hallmark Channel actors to message fans directly, building a connection before asking for "donations" or financial help. AI & Fake Videos: Discover how modern technology can clone an actor's voice or face, and how to instantly verify whether a message or video is actually real. The Envelope Trap: Learn to spot the difference between a real digital greeting card from a loved one and a fake "phishing" email disguised as a Hallmark card. Locking the Front Door: Practical, step-by-step instructions to adjust your Facebook and Instagram privacy settings so total strangers cannot send you private messages.