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Austin Hulak

Austin Hulak

Founder

From fintech to martech to AI, I’ve built products that reach millions. Today, I’m focused on one problem: stopping scams before they stop us.

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Articles by Austin Hulak

How AI is Shaping Phishing Attacks in 2026
Feb 4, 2026

How AI is Shaping Phishing Attacks in 2026

Ever notice how some scam messages don’t look as obvious as they used to? In recent years, the standard “red flags” for detecting phishing scams have become less reliable.

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Smishing vs. Vishing vs. Phishing: What’s the Difference?
Feb 4, 2026

Smishing vs. Vishing vs. Phishing: What’s the Difference?

Phishing, smishing, and vishing are some of the most common (and effective types of scams). While they all follow the same format and have similar goals, they use different channels to contact you, which changes how the scam works.

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Smishing and SMS Text Scams Explained
Feb 3, 2026

Smishing and SMS Text Scams Explained

Smishing is a common type of social engineering scam in which an attacker tries to trick you into clicking on a link or providing sensitive information over text.

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Voice Phishing: What It Is and How to Avoid It
Feb 3, 2026

Voice Phishing: What It Is and How to Avoid It

These scams can be harder to recognize in the moment, which is what makes them so effective. That’s why it’s important to educate yourself on how vishing works and how to recognize the warning signs of an attack.

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Spoofing: What Is It? And How to Protect Yourself
Feb 3, 2026

Spoofing: What Is It? And How to Protect Yourself

Spoofing has become one of the most common ways scammers make fraud feel legitimate. Phishing is the most reported type of internet crime, and spoofed emails, phone numbers, and websites are a core reason these scams keep working.

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How to Report a Scam
Feb 2, 2026

How to Report a Scam

Being targeted by a scam can leave you feeling frustrated and unsure where to turn. Reporting scams, even seemingly small ones, ultimately helps protect you and prevents others from falling victim to the same tricks.

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Types of Scams to Watch Out For
Feb 2, 2026

Types of Scams to Watch Out For

Online scams are getting smarter and causing even higher losses. In 2024 alone, people in the U.S. reported more than $12.5 billion in losses to fraud.

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What Is Phishing?
Feb 2, 2026

What Is Phishing?

Phishing is one of the most effective ways scammers steal personal information. These attacks look legitimate at first glance and are designed to trick you into sharing financial details or other private data.

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