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Scam Alert: Watch Out for Fake Emails Claiming To Be From Clear Creek Communications Jul 15, 2025 | posted by Lily Chavez #scams #tips #onlinesafety #email We've recently learned a member has received emails posing as Clear Creek Communications. These messages are not legitimate, and they are a scam! Clear Creek would never ask you to click on a link to share your personal or payment information. If you get an email or text message that seems off... Full Article
Call 811 Before You Dig Jan 21, 2024 | posted by Clear Creek Communications #safety #811 On occasion, almost everyone has occasion to do a little yardwork—and sometimes it involves using a shovel. Maybe you want to do some spring gardening or plant a bush. Perhaps you're installing a new mailbox. It doesn't matter the reason, if you're putting a shovel into the ground—you really... Full Article
Protect Your Smartphone in the Heat this Summer Dec 26, 2023 | posted by Clear Creek Communications #safety Summer is officially here, and that means ample opportunities for great photos out in the sun. Unfortunately, smartphones don’t enjoy the sunshine as much as we do. Follow these tips to protect your cell phone from overheating.  Keep your phone out of direct sunlight and hot cars... Full Article
Six Tips for Using Social Media Safely Dec 11, 2023 | posted by Clear Creek Communications #safety #security #social media Social media has made it easier than ever to keep in touch and stay connected with loved ones around the globe. It’s also made users increasingly vulnerable to cyber crimes such as: Data breaches Hacking Fake accounts and impersonation scams Phishing Sending... Full Article
Think Twice Before Taking That Social Media Quiz Nov 21, 2023 | posted by Clear Creek Communications #safety #scams #security #social media Your childhood pet’s name, your mother’s maiden name, your first car. Why would a random social media quiz about which Harry Potter character you’d most relate to need to know these things? Well, there’s a chance it’s a scam.   These types of topics are all common account security questions used... Full Article
Cyber Security Awareness Month Oct 17, 2023 | posted by Clear Creek Communications #security #safety #internet Seven Cybersecurity Steps to Keep Your Devices & Accounts Safe What's more important to you: the safety of your data and online accounts, or having an easy experience when browsing the web? According to a 2021 Norton study, you probably picked the latter: more than three out of five... Full Article
Watch Out for Automatic Account Renewal Scams Like This One Sep 5, 2023 | posted by Clear Creek Communications #scams #security #safety Have you received an email or text message that looks like the image above? In this scam email that was sent to a customer, the sender is posing as Norton, a company that offers anti-virus software. An invoice has been included in the email that details a subscription to “Norton 360 premium.”... Full Article