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Protect Yourself from Digital Scams

Learn how to recognise, avoid, and report the latest online scams targeting consumers worldwide.

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How to recognise Scams

Common Warning Signs

  • Requests for immediate payment or personal information
  • Too-good-to-be-true offers
  • Urgency or threats of account closure
  • Poor grammar or spelling errors

Common Scam Types

  • Phishing emails/texts
  • Fake tech support calls
  • Romance scams
  • Investment fraud

Verification Techniques

How to Verify Suspicious Contacts

Always verify requests for money or information through official channels.

For Banks & Financial Institutions:

Call back using the official number from their website or your card. Never use contact details provided in a suspicious message.

What is call spoofing? Scammers can make calls appear to come from legitimate numbers. Always verify through official websites.

For Government Agencies:

Government agencies will never demand immediate payment or threaten arrest. Verify through official government websites.

How to spot fake websites? Check for HTTPS, look for spelling errors, and verify domain names carefully.

Protection Strategies

Technology Solutions

  • Use comprehensive security software
  • Enable two-factor authentication everywhere
  • Keep all devices and apps updated
  • Use unique passwords with a password manager

Behavioral Practices

  • Pause and verify before acting on requests
  • Educate family members about scams
  • Monitor financial accounts regularly
  • Be skeptical of unsolicited contacts

Report Scams

Where to Get Help After Being Scammed

Reporting helps authorities track and stop scammers.

Scam Type Where to Report Contact
Financial Fraud Action Fraud 0300 123 2040
Phishing National Cyber Security Centre report@phishing.gov.uk
Spam Calls/Texts Ofcom 0300 123 3333
Data Protection ICO 0303 123 1113
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