Top Fraud Prevention Advice

⚠️ Protect Yourself Against Fraud

Fraudsters use a variety of tactics to steal money and personal information. Follow these simple steps to stay safe:

✅ Stop and think before giving out personal or financial information.

✅ Never share passwords, PINs, or one-time security codes with anyone.

✅ Be wary of unexpected contact by phone, text, email, or social media, especially if you are asked to act urgently.

✅ Verify requests independently using a trusted phone number or website.

✅ Do not click links in unexpected messages. Visit websites directly instead.

✅ Be cautious of online purchases and only use secure, reputable websites.

✅ Never send money to someone you have only met online.

✅ Keep devices updated with the latest security software and updates.

✅ Report suspicious messages by forwarding texts to 7726 and reporting emails to report@phishing.gov.uk.

🚨 If you believe you have been a victim of fraud, contact your bank immediately and report it to Action Fraud at www.actionfraud.police.uk or call 0300 123 2040.

Stop. Think. Protect.