Psychic and Fortune-Telling Scams: How They Work and How to Protect Against Them

In psychic and fortune-telling scams, individuals claim to have special powers
to predict the future, communicate with a deceased loved one, or provide
insights into a person’s life. These scams prey on vulnerable people,
particularly those who are grieving, lonely or struggling financially. The
scammers solicit business through mail, social media platforms, storefronts, and
even street encounters.

While there are common and legitimate services such as palm reading, tarot
reading, or astrologic