Simple, actionable defense against everyday AI threats.
AI technology makes voice cloning, synthetic scams, and personal data scraping cheap and effortless for bad actors. Protect yourself and your family with straightforward, practical habits.
Everyday AI Threat Matrix
Plain-English breakdowns of modern AI risks and simple countermeasures.
Voice Cloning Scams
AI tools can recreate a convincing voice model using as little as 3 seconds of audio scraped from social media videos or voicemail greetings.
Automated Phishing & Smishing
AI algorithms scrape personal data online to write custom, context-aware emails or texts without spelling mistakes or typical scam tells.
Deepfake Fraud & Video Swap
Live camera overlays or synthetic photos used to impersonate workplace executives, family members, or official public figures during live calls.
Privacy Harvesting & Model Scraping
Automated web scrapers continuously extract personal photos, audio clips, and location tags to train AI models or build target profiles.
Everyday AI Safety Checklist
Check off habits to harden your personal digital footprint. Progress saves automatically.
AI Threat Scenario Simulator
Test your ability to recognize modern AI deception in real-world situations.
Emergency Incident Response Protocol
What to do immediately if you suspect you are being targeted or compromised.
Sever Communication
Immediately hang up or disconnect the call/chat. Do not respond to requests or confirm any details.
Out-of-Band Verification
Call the individual or bank directly using a pre-saved phone number or number printed on official cards.
Lock Accounts & Cards
If credentials or banking data were shared, immediately lock debit/credit cards and reset passwords.
Report & Log Details
File reports with local authorities and national agencies (e.g., FTC at ic3.gov or ftc.gov).
Rules of Thumb & Downloadable Tips
Key memorable mantras to keep top-of-mind during daily digital interactions.
The 3-Second Pause
When an urgent call creates panic, count slowly to three. Emotional distress is the scammer's primary vector to prevent logical thinking.
Out-of-Band Callbacks
Never trust inbound caller ID or incoming numbers. Always hang up and dial out using a known trusted phone book contact.
Visual & Physical Audits
If a video call looks suspicious, ask the person to wave their hand in front of their mouth or turn completely sideways to disrupt AI face-mapping filters.