Erie County Division of Consumer Protection

Consumer protection services for citizens of Erie County.

[Erie County Division of Consumer Protection @ErieDCP]

Effective June 5, 2026, Local Law No. 1-2026 (2026) prohibits Commercial Establishments from collecting, storing, procuring, using, and selling or otherwise monetizing a Customer’s Biometric Identifier Information in Commercial Settings. Learn more at https://t.co/fu9NOajXqH

[FTC @FTC]

A #VeteransDay reminder on how to spot scams on social media: https://t.co/OSsWdHbSPi

[NYS Department of State @NYSDOS]

🚨Immigrant Fraud Alert🚨

Beware of common scams going around trying to take advantage of complex immigration laws to steal personal information or money from new Americans. Learn more:

https://t.co/7uyBfBJj4S

[NYS Department of State Consumer Protection @NYSConsumer]

#ScamAlert🚨Veterans Beware of the “Veterans Savings Program” Postcard Scam
Scammers send postcards targeting veterans & spouses with fake offers for “extra VA benefits” or more payments, including CHAMPVA, TRICARE, & dental coverage. Don’t fall for it!

https://t.co/E1YXmMSimt

[IDTheftCenter @IDTheftCenter]

Have you received an email saying you’ve won millions in a lottery you never entered? 🚩 Fake claim codes, suspicious sender addresses, and mismatched emails are red flags. Don’t take the bait! Learn more at https://t.co/QkxRmojGVr

[ED OIG @EducationOIG]

While folks gear up for ghosts this Halloween, we’re watching for something even sneakier—ghost students. These phantom “enrollees” let fraudsters slip away with Federal student aid. Learn more: https://t.co/Nrir09ZO76
#GhostStudents #FraudRings #StopFraud #OIG #Halloween

[BBB Upstate New York @BBBUpstateNY]

🔒 October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month!

BBB of Upstate New York is here to help. Visit our website for practical tips on protecting your accounts, recognizing online scams and keeping your information secure.

👉 https://t.co/qHoksT30p6

[Erie County Division of Consumer Protection @ErieDCP]

It's almost Halloween! The Erie County Division of Consumer Protection wants to remind consumers not to fall for scammers’ tricks 👻🎃

For more information from our office, visit our website: https://t.co/SBLg6WuwC3

https://t.co/PGcApUiOdb

[FTC @FTC]

FTC issues annual report to Congress on agency’s actions to protect older adults. Older adults continue to report losing far more money to investment scams than to any other fraud type, the FTC’s report finds: https://t.co/wZW0cZFbSO

[IDTheftCenter @IDTheftCenter]

Did you know identity criminals only need you to reply once? Swipe to see some of the most common scam text openers and what you can do instead.

[National Cybersecurity Alliance @StaySafeOnline]

Zestix hacked over 50 multinational companies, and all it took was finding the few people who didn't enable MFA. Keep criminals out by:
💡 Enabling MFA on every account
💡 Using an authenticator app or biometrics
💡 Not reusing passwords
Don’t pay for their vacations. Learn how to make their lives harder in our article: https://t.co/giFRX39EMn #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth

[NYS Department of State @NYSDOS]

Today, the New York Department of State released 7 easy affordability tips to help consumers stay safe from short-term borrowing financial traps. View the tips and learn more at our website:

https://t.co/sFsFDOZTvR

[Erie County Division of Consumer Protection @ErieDCP]

For Jackie Crenshaw, a romance scam brought heartbreak and loss, but also a mission to change how we talk about fraud. By sharing her experience, she’s helping others find hope, not shame. Learn more from @AARP at https://t.co/eAt3VF8MtE

[FTC @FTC]

See a QR code parked somewhere? Don’t scan it…yet! Learn more: https://t.co/Krg9sWGYfr

[NYS ITS @NYSITS]

#CybersecurityAwarenessMonth starts later this week! Learn simple steps on how to #StaySafeOnline. For helpful resources this month and year-round, visit the ITS Cybersecurity webpage: https://t.co/k5rj0nHOIh

[Erie County Division of Consumer Protection @ErieDCP]

Hope to see you at the @ErieCountyParks Fall Fest on Saturday! Stop by our table to learn a little more about the Department of Public Advocacy, which includes Consumer Protection, Weights & Measures and Office for People with Disabilities. Event details: https://t.co/eG4liyA3zf

[Erie County, NY @ErieCountyNY]

Happening this Saturday at Como Lake Park! 🍂 Join @ErieCountyParks for Fall Fest for a full day of fall fun.

Bring the family and enjoy one of our favorite fall traditions in #YourErieCountyParks! https://t.co/pEV6fS5bEz

[Erie County Division of Consumer Protection @ErieDCP]

Be aware of Home Warranty offers! The product may be real, but there are several things to consider before buying an extended warranty. Also, you want to avoid doing business with a company that resorts to misleading sales techniques.

https://t.co/E9GCsrqBBT

[FTC @FTC]

Have you lost money to a scam? Watch for scammers who say they can help: https://t.co/MwvZLPs5VI

[NYS OTDA @nysotda]

Protect your benefits from theft by freezing your card when you aren't using it! SNAP and Public Assistance recipients can quickly and easily freeze their EBT card using the ebtEDGE mobile app.

Learn more about EBT scams, visit: https://t.co/KTqSsxmArt

[NYS Department of State Consumer Protection @NYSConsumer]

🚨 Protect yourself from student loan scams! 🚨
👉Offers that promise to help with your loans for a fee are misleading
👉Don't fall for unsolicited calls, emails promising quick loan forgiveness. If too good to be true, it likely is!
https://t.co/ZihSbDxcoe