Don’t Fall for Fake Tax Demands—Know What to Look For

Scammers love tax season—and they’ll use texts or emails to trick employees into thinking they owe money. The Pay Taxes or Else poster is a minimalistic, 1-page visual reminder warning users about this common phishing tactic. It features a bold, eye-catching design and encourages employees to verify tax-related messages only through the official IRS website.

Ideas for How to Use This Resource

• Display in office breakrooms and common areas during tax season
• Include in employee newsletters or company-wide email blasts
• Upload to the intranet or LMS as part of seasonal cybersecurity campaigns
• Share with employees’ families to raise awareness at home
• Use in HR onboarding packets during Q1 tax prep season
• Incorporate into phishing prevention and cyber hygiene training
• Add to virtual or in-person Tax Season Awareness Week initiatives
• Distribute through internal communication channels for remote workers
• Include in quarterly cybersecurity kits for employees
• Highlight during employee town halls or safety stand-downs