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Consumer Fraud Survey
Consumer frauds pose a threat to consumers and the economy. Even the most wary consumers may fall victim to fraudulent offers
Online Safety Basics
The benefits of a few moments of research, preparation, and action far outweigh the potential costs of losing your unprotected data in a breach
NCSC.UK Security Tips
Top tips to ensure you are doing all you can to secure you and your family online
Spot the Red Flags
Stay alert for telltale signs like urgent deadlines, deals that seem too good to be true, and pressure to act immediately. Watch for misspellings, poor grammar, or mismatched email addresses—scammers often make sloppy mistakes.
Verify, Verify, Verify
Never click on links or attachments from unknown senders. Research unfamiliar companies or individuals thoroughly before sharing any personal details.
Report & Protect
If you suspect a scam, immediately report it to our platform to help alert others and prevent future victims. Share your experience with friends and family to spread awareness and build a community of scam-savvy individuals.
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We accept reports on a wide range of online scams, including:
- Phishing scams: Emails, texts, or websites pretending to be from legitimate companies to steal personal information.
- Investment / Crypto scams: Fake investment opportunities promising high returns with little risk.
- Online shopping scams: Deceptive websites or sellers offering fake products or non-existent services.
- Romance scams: Building fake online relationships to manipulate victims for money or personal information.
- Tech support scams: Pop-ups or calls claiming to detect computer viruses and demanding payment for fake fixes.
We take your privacy seriously and will never share your personal information without your consent. We may use your report data anonymously for research and analysis to improve our scam detection and prevention efforts.
The more information you can provide, the better we can investigate and track the scam. Please include details like:
- The type of scam you encountered.
- The website, email address, phone number, or other contact information used by the scammer.
- Any screenshots, emails, or other evidence you have.
- The date and time you encountered the scam.
- Any financial losses or personal information compromised.