No one thinks it will happen to them, until it does. I used to believe I was too careful, too good in tech, too experienced to fall for a scam. But the truth is: scammers don’t just exploit technical weaknesses—they exploit human ones.

We like to believe we are logical, especially about money and safety. But digital scams are made to trick us. They use feelings like fear and trust to stop us from thinking clearly. A good phishing email or sms does not look strange. It looks familiar and professional. It copies systems we trust.

I am definitely more careful and skeptical now. Checking twice before clicking once and staying careful even when things seem right, this is the best protection. And maybe sharing own stories like this can help others avoid traps before they get caught. If this happened to you, remember: you’re not stupid and you’re not alone. Digital scams are a huge problem today, and it is easy to become a victim if you are not prepared.