Consumer information - Scams

Scams – what to watch out for

Scams target your personal details such as your bank account. Learn the signs you need to be aware of.

Scam University

An online curriculum dedicated to all types of scams, helping you to stay safe and outsmart the scammers.

Fake online shops

Fake online shops look like legitimate shops selling online, but instead of delivering your order, they deliver fraud, financial loss, and identity theft.

Phishing

Phishing describes the way fraudsters target your financial and personal details. They may do this by email, texting or phoning you.

Rental accommodation scams

When looking for a property to rent, either as your home or when you go on holiday, the last thing you want is to become a victim of a scam.

Investment scams

Investment scams promises of easy-to-win, risk-free returns gain the victim’s trust and can be extremely tempting.

Social media scams

Social media scams use fake profiles and a range of other ploys on the various platforms to persuade you to part with your money.

Romance scams

Romance scams happen when fraudsters set up fake identities to form online relationships and emotional connections with victims.

Financial scams

Financial scams attempt to trick you out of your money. They use different methods to gain access to your money and personal data.

Pyramid schemes

Pyramid schemes try to lure you into investing money in return for easy cash at a high return.

Other scams

Scams can happen in several other ways. Learn about the most common types you should look out for.

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