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7 free tools that can prevent scams - Which? Our experts help you secure your online accounts, protect your PC with reliable antivirus software, and banish spam calls and texts from your phone

Staying safe online: Check out these free tools that can prevent scams ➜ www.which.co.uk/news/article...

#StaySafeOnline #OnlineSafety #ScamAware

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Be #ScamAware of emails that look like they have been sent by Microsoft and ask you to take urgent action to avoid having your account shut down

If in doubt, avoid clicking links in unexpected messages - log into your account via the official website/app

Read more➡️ https://ow.ly/IjOy50YxGhg

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Protect yourself from romance scammers Hundreds of people report falling victim to romance scams.

Protect yourself from romance scammers. ⚠️

Romance scams don’t just leave people out of pocket - victims often lose their self-confidence and ability to trust too.

https://bit.ly/4rXBQWX

#RomanceScam #ScamAware #Fraud

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Top tip from our Citizens Advice colleagues - be #scamaware about parcel delivery 🔽

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How to protect yourself from number spoofing scams - Which? Fraudsters are cloning trusted numbers to make scam calls harder to spot

Staying safe online: How to protect yourself from number spoofing scams. ➜ www.which.co.uk/news/article...

#StaySafeOnline #OnlineSafety #ScamAware

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Dosh dilemma: Emily’s '£49' locksmith turns into £700 nightmare If you ever need a locksmith, look out for these warning signs.

Dosh dilemma: Emily’s '£49' locksmith turns into £700 nightmare. 🔑

You get home after a long day. You put your key in the door… and snap.

https://bit.ly/3PFJBDg

#Locksmith #ScamAware #Fraud

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Be #ScamAware of unexpected emails or social media messages from friends/family asking you to buy gift cards for them urgently

Always verify that the request is genuine by calling the person who supposedly sent it on a trusted number

Read more➡️https://ow.ly/UwZh50YsJLn

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Be #ScamAware of cold callers who offer to apply a special thermal coating to your roof and say it will reduce energy bills

They may say their work will be partially funded by a government grant

Recent examples➡️ mailchi.mp/88f4353989e0/trading-sta...

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Dosh dilemma – Dave’s warning: watch out for the iPhone calendar app scam Dave was lucky, he trusted his instincts.

Dosh dilemma – Dave’s warning: watch out for the iPhone calendar app scam. 🤳

Apple warns that unwanted calendar invitations and subscriptions can be signs of phishing attempts.

https://bit.ly/40myJwp

#Apple #Phishing #ScamAware

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Before you trust that police call, read this The red flags you should look out for.

Before you trust that police call, read this. ⚠️

A dangerous phone scam is spreading across the UK that you should be aware of so you can protect yourself.

https://bit.ly/3OYWDeR

#Scam #ScamAware #Fraud

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Staying safe online: 'Ask Silver' is a free scam checking tool. It’s designed to protect you from scams. You can upload a screenshot of suspicious texts, emails or websites and it will tell you if it spots anything suspicious. ➜ www.asksilver.com

#StaySafeOnline #OnlineSafety #ScamAware

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Be #ScamAware of postcards which appear to have been sent by Amazon and mention an Early Reviewer Program

The cards include a QR code- this leads to a malicious website designed to gather your details

Read more➡️mailchi.mp/70620be94093/trading-sta...

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🚨 Spot the signs of fake online shops before buying.

Dropshipping shops can charge you high prices for low-quality clothing items by using AI photos which don’t match the real product.

Try our online tool to check if it’s a scam ⤵️
https://bit.ly/4aRbili

#ShopAware #ScamAware #Advice #Plymouth

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🚨 Spot the signs of fake online shops before buying.

Dropshipping shops can charge you high prices for low-quality clothing items by using AI photos which don’t match the real product.

Try our online tool to check if it’s a scam ⤵️
bit.ly/3Z7fnKT
#ShopAware #ScamAware

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Financial scammers targeting motorists DVLA warns drivers to be on the alert.

Financial scammers targeting motorists. 🚗

Drivers have been urged to watch out for scammers posing as the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA).

https://bit.ly/4cezbE1

#ScamAware #DVLA #Scam

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Scammers targeting young jobseekers Criminals tricking young people with fake job ads.

Scammers targeting young jobseekers. ⚠️

According to Monzo, more than 10,000 of its customers reported being victims of a job scam last year.

https://bit.ly/4s9fCla

#ScamAware #Scam #JobScam

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During #CyberScotlandWeek be #ScamAware of the most frequently reported email scams👇

Don't click on links in unexpected emails. If a message says there's a problem with your account, log in via the official website/app rather than clicking a link #ScamShare

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How to spot a fake bank note Always be cautious when accepting cash.

How to spot a fake bank note. 💸

If you’re meeting a buyer and accepting cash, here’s what to check.

https://bit.ly/4rxFXtu

#FakeBankNote #ScamAware #Money

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Received a parcel you didn’t order? It could be brushing fraud Report it, secure your accounts and stay alert.

Received a parcel you didn’t order? It could be brushing fraud. 📦

A parcel arrives on your doorstep. It has your name and address on it, but you don’t remember ordering anything.

https://bit.ly/4s5dwD2

#Fraud #ScamAware #BrushingFraud

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Be #ScamAware of emails which seem to have been sent by antivirus providers saying

💻your name has appeared on the dark web
💻your antivirus protection is about to expire

Don't click links in unexpected emails

➡️mailchi.mp/4394780ae173/trading-sta...

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Romance scammers are changing their tactics - so stay alert Criminals targeting victims with fake investment opportunities

Romance scammers are changing their tactics - so stay alert. ⚠️

The idea of finding love is very tempting - and so is the promise of easy money.

🔗 https://bit.ly/4aun82L

#RomanceScam #Fraud #ScamAware

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'I said hello. I could never have imagined five letters could do so much harm' Romance fraud red flags, learning from Kirsty’s story.

'I said hello. I could never have imagined five letters could do so much harm'. 😔

Romance fraud is now one of the most emotionally and financially devastating crimes in the UK.

🔗 https://bit.ly/4rP9rml

#RomanceFraud #Scam #ScamAware

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This is #SaferInternetDay - be #ScamAware of some of the most common email scams👇

Don't click on links in unexpected emails. If a message says there's a problem with your account, log in via the official website/app rather than clicking a link #ScamShare

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What’s the Amazon product recall scam? How to protect yourself.

What’s the Amazon product recall scam? 🔍

Ordered something from Amazon? You probably expect messages about your orders, right?

🔗 https://bit.ly/3MyeI2z

#Amazon #Scam #ScamAware

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Do you have friends or relatives who are bothered by scam calls?

Our PDF with information about common scam calls and how to avoid them can be printed off for those who are not online 👇 #ScamShare #ScamAware

www.tsscot.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/...

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Be #ScamAware of emails which seem to be from British Gas and offer the chance to receive a free thermostat in return for completing a 'home energy' survey

Read more ➡️mailchi.mp/d4367973ea19/trading-sta...

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Have you experienced a scam?

If you're in Scotland, report it to Advice Direct Scotland on 0808 164 6000 or via https://scamwatch.consumeradvice.scot/

Stay #ScamAware

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Impersonation scams to get more sophisticated - and AI is partly to blame Fraudsters using AI to impersonate real brands and organisations.

Impersonation scams to get more sophisticated - and AI is partly to blame. ⚠️

AI has made it harder than ever to tell what’s real and what’s fake - and that’s an absolute gift for fraudsters.

https://bit.ly/4t16QXS

#AI #Scam #ScamAware

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Dosh dilemma: Jane’s ‘helpful trader’ phone-click scam warning Doorstep pressure plus phone payments is a major red flag.

Dosh dilemma: Jane’s ‘helpful trader’ phone-click scam warning. ⚠️

Jane works from home. Last week, she was interrupted by a knock at the door. A young man stood on the doorstep, holding a bag full of cleaning products.

https://bit.ly/46aXIWD

#ScamAware #DoorstepSeller #Scam

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Be #ScamAware of cold callers who offer special deals on insurance policies/warranties for electrical products or white goods

If in doubt, contact your insurance provider or the original supplier to verify

➡️ mailchi.mp/d4367973ea19/trading-sta...

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