Here’s how to tell if a call is from a legitimate debt collector or a faker.
Agency Owner
Federal Trade Commission
Audience
ID
394
Language
English
The .gov means it’s official.
Federal government websites often end in .gov or .mil. Before sharing sensitive information, make sure you’re on a federal government site.
The site is secure.
The https:// ensures that you are connecting to the official website and that any information you provide is encrypted and transmitted securely.