Senior Safety · Wisconsin

# Scam-Proof Computer Setup for Seniors

A computer that’s hard to scam: fake virus pop-ups blocked, remote-access scam tools blocked, automatic updates and backups, and one button that calls family instead of a stranger.

Also searched as: secure computer for elderly parent · stop tech support scam pop-ups · protect senior computer from scams · block remote access scams · senior computer safety setup

- **Starting at:** $250

- **Typical timeline:** 1–2 days

- **Service area:** Wisconsin & nationwide

- **Response:** Within one business day

## Try it live

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## Get it as an app

Ready-made software from our [software store](https://wisconsintechshop.com/store/), installed on your PC or Mac.

[Senior Email DefenseEmail from approved people only. Nobody else gets in.$200 · Windows (Mac soon) · Available now](https://wisconsintechshop.com/store/senior-email-defense/)

## Scam-Proof Computer Setup for Seniors for Wisconsin businesses

Scam-Proof Computer Setup for Seniors from Wisconsin Tech Shop: A computer that’s hard to scam: fake virus pop-ups blocked, remote-access scam tools blocked, automatic updates and backups, and one button that calls family instead of a stranger. We work with businesses throughout Wisconsin, including Milwaukee, Madison, Green Bay, Appleton, Kenosha, Eau Claire, La Crosse, Wausau and the Northwoods. Pricing typically starts at $250, and most projects take 1–2 days.

### What's included

- Protection against fake virus warnings and scam pop-ups
- Remote-access tools blocked unless the family approves them
- Automatic updates and backups
- A password manager with family emergency access
- A big “Call family” button on the desktop

What this can look like

A Sheboygan man who once let a fake “Microsoft” technician into his computer now sees a calm warning instead, and a button that calls his son.

Illustrative example of a typical project.

## Who it's for

Adult children and grandchildren looking out for a parent, seniors who are tired of scam calls and emails, caregivers, and senior living communities, churches and senior centers.

## How it works

1. **Family call:** We talk with the family (and the senior) about who they hear from, what has gone wrong before and how much help they want.
2. **Trusted lists:** Together we build the lists of trusted people, businesses and numbers: family, friends, doctors, pharmacy, bank and church.
3. **Set up and practice:** We install and configure everything, then practice with the senior until it feels easy, with large print and simple steps.
4. **Family stays in the loop:** The family gets alerts and an easy way to approve new contacts, and we handle changes whenever they’re needed.

## Scam-Proof Computer Setup for Seniors pricing

Pricing typically starts at $250, and most projects take 1–2 days. Every project gets a fixed quote after a free discovery call.

### What affects the cost

- Email, texts, phone calls or all three
- Landline, cell phone or both
- How many family members help manage it
- Computer, tablet or phone setup and cleanup
- Monthly check-ins and support

[Compare pricing for all services](https://wisconsintechshop.com/pricing/)

## Why Wisconsin businesses choose us

Based in Cedarburg, we set these up in person across much of Wisconsin and remotely anywhere in the U.S., with the senior and the family together on the call.

### Built for Wisconsin realities

Seasonal swings, winter weather, rural internet and customers who still like to call: we design around how business really works here.

### A Wisconsin team

You work directly with the Wisconsin-based team building your project, in Central Time.

### A client portal from day one

Log in anytime to see project progress, invoices, payments, site health and messages.

### Plain-English communication

No jargon. Clear updates, honest advice and documentation your team can actually use.

## Scam-Proof Computer Setup for Seniors FAQs

### Will it make the computer harder to use?

The opposite: we remove clutter, enlarge text and keep only what they use, so it’s simpler and safer.

### Mac or Windows?

Both. We work with the computer they have, or help pick a simpler one.

### Will Mom still get email from new people she wants to hear from?

Yes. Anyone can be added to her approved list in seconds, by her or by a family member, and their email shows up from then on.

### Does call screening block doctors and pharmacies?

Not if they’re on the approved list, and we add them at setup. Unknown callers can be asked to say who they are, so a new doctor’s office can still get through or leave a message.

## Related services

- [Scam-Proof Email for Seniors (Approved Senders Only)](https://wisconsintechshop.com/senior-safety/scam-proof-email-for-seniors/): One simple, large-print email app where only approved people get through. Scam emails, fake invoices and phishing never reach the screen, because nobody outside the list gets in. (From $350, including the app)
- [Patient Tech Help for Seniors](https://wisconsintechshop.com/computer-repair/senior-tech-help/): Patient, respectful tech help for seniors and their families: computers, tablets, phones, email, video calls and staying safe from scams. (From $100)
- [Virus, Pop-Up & Malware Removal](https://wisconsintechshop.com/computer-repair/virus-malware-removal/): Get rid of viruses, pop-ups, fake warnings and hijacked browsers, then lock the computer down so it does not happen again. (From $125)
- [Call Screening for Seniors (Only Approved Numbers Ring)](https://wisconsintechshop.com/senior-safety/senior-call-screening/): Calls from family, friends, doctors and other approved numbers ring through. Unknown callers are asked who they are or sent to voicemail, and robocalls never ring at all. (From $400 plus phone service)
- [Family Scam Alerts & Money Safeguards](https://wisconsintechshop.com/senior-safety/family-scam-alerts/): Set up the alerts and safeguards that catch scams in time: bank and card alerts to a trusted family member, credit freezes and a plan for what to do when something looks wrong. (From $150)
- [Help After a Scam: Seniors & Families](https://wisconsintechshop.com/senior-safety/elder-scam-recovery-help/): Fast, calm help after a scam: we remove the scammer’s remote-access software, lock down accounts, change passwords and help the family report it and contact the bank. (From $250)

## Common problems this fixes

- [Parent Let a Scammer Into Their Computer](https://wisconsintechshop.com/fix/parent-gave-scammer-remote-access/)
- [Fake Amazon or Refund Call About an Overpayment](https://wisconsintechshop.com/fix/fake-refund-scam/)
- [Parent Keeps Getting Scam Emails](https://wisconsintechshop.com/fix/parent-gets-scam-emails/)
- [Email Saying Your Geek Squad, Norton or McAfee Plan Renewed](https://wisconsintechshop.com/fix/fake-antivirus-renewal-email/)

## Scam-Proof Computer Setup for Seniors across Wisconsin

We work with businesses statewide, on site across much of Wisconsin and remotely everywhere.

- [Milwaukee, WI](https://wisconsintechshop.com/wisconsin/milwaukee/)
- [Wauwatosa, WI](https://wisconsintechshop.com/wisconsin/wauwatosa/)
- [West Allis, WI](https://wisconsintechshop.com/wisconsin/west-allis/)
- [Oak Creek, WI](https://wisconsintechshop.com/wisconsin/oak-creek/)
- [Waukesha, WI](https://wisconsintechshop.com/wisconsin/waukesha/)
- [Brookfield, WI](https://wisconsintechshop.com/wisconsin/brookfield/)
- [Menomonee Falls, WI](https://wisconsintechshop.com/wisconsin/menomonee-falls/)
- [West Bend, WI](https://wisconsintechshop.com/wisconsin/west-bend/)
- [Madison, WI](https://wisconsintechshop.com/wisconsin/madison/)
- [Sun Prairie, WI](https://wisconsintechshop.com/wisconsin/sun-prairie/)
- [Middleton, WI](https://wisconsintechshop.com/wisconsin/middleton/)
- [Fitchburg, WI](https://wisconsintechshop.com/wisconsin/fitchburg/)
- [Janesville, WI](https://wisconsintechshop.com/wisconsin/janesville/)
- [Beloit, WI](https://wisconsintechshop.com/wisconsin/beloit/)
- [Appleton, WI](https://wisconsintechshop.com/wisconsin/appleton/)
- [Oshkosh, WI](https://wisconsintechshop.com/wisconsin/oshkosh/)
- [Neenah, WI](https://wisconsintechshop.com/wisconsin/neenah/)
- [Fond du Lac, WI](https://wisconsintechshop.com/wisconsin/fond-du-lac/)
- [Green Bay, WI](https://wisconsintechshop.com/wisconsin/green-bay/)
- [De Pere, WI](https://wisconsintechshop.com/wisconsin/de-pere/)
- [Sheboygan, WI](https://wisconsintechshop.com/wisconsin/sheboygan/)
- [Manitowoc, WI](https://wisconsintechshop.com/wisconsin/manitowoc/)
- [Racine, WI](https://wisconsintechshop.com/wisconsin/racine/)
- [Kenosha, WI](https://wisconsintechshop.com/wisconsin/kenosha/)
- [Eau Claire, WI](https://wisconsintechshop.com/wisconsin/eau-claire/)
- [La Crosse, WI](https://wisconsintechshop.com/wisconsin/la-crosse/)
- [Wausau, WI](https://wisconsintechshop.com/wisconsin/wausau/)
- [Stevens Point, WI](https://wisconsintechshop.com/wisconsin/stevens-point/)
- [Marshfield, WI](https://wisconsintechshop.com/wisconsin/marshfield/)
- [Superior, WI](https://wisconsintechshop.com/wisconsin/superior/)

## Tell us what you need

Get a free, no-pressure quote from a Wisconsin development team. Tell us a little about your business and we'll reply within one business day with next steps, rough pricing and honest advice.

- Big projects and small ones are all welcome
- Fixed-price quotes, no surprise invoices
- You own your code, data and accounts
- A client portal to track progress, invoices and payments
- Rooted in Wisconsin, serving businesses nationwide

Rather talk it through? [Call us](https://wisconsintechshop.com/contact/#call)

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