Anti-Scam FAQ: What Is A Remote Access Scammer

Answer:

A remote Access Scammer is someone who connects with victims remotely for the purpose of remotely accessing their devices. Remote access scammers contact people either over the phone or online to gain access to their computers so they can potentially steal money. Some things to look out for are:

Calls from people stating they’re from a well-known business

Someone saying there’s something wrong with your device or internet connection

A person using overly technical language