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   How do phone scams work?

   • In this article we’ll look at: Phone scams work by tricking people into sharing their personal or financial information. These scammers can be very creative and there’s a wide range of unique phone scams out there designed to take your money. There are a few different tactics they use to seem more legitimate.

   Phone scams: How they work and what to look out for

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   How do you know if a phone scam is a scam?

   • Phone fraud – sometimes called ‘voice phishing’ or ‘vishing’ scams – can be hard to spot. But there are signs that should make you suspicious. These include: Remember that genuine service providers, banks and the police will NEVER call asking you to transfer money, share personal financial details or hand over remote control of your computer.

   How to spot phone fraud - Stop! Think Fraud

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   What is a scam call & text?

   • Scam calls and texts are carried out by criminals who are trying to encourage you to hand over money, or your personal or financial information. The scammers are becoming more sophisticated in how they operate, and it can sometimes be hard to tell if you’re receiving a legitimate call or text.

   How to protect yourself from scam phone calls and texts

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   What should I do if a phone call is a scam?

   • Don't click on any links or give out any personal or bank details. Report any suspicious texts to 7726 and make your friends and family aware too. Stop! Do not give out any personal or bank details. Hang up and call the company they claim to be from to check if it is a scam. Report scam calls to Action Fraud and make your family aware too.

   How to protect yourself from scam phone calls and texts

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   How do I report a phone scam?

   • Scammers are constantly finding new ways to trick people and phone scams are changing all the time. If you’ve been the victim of a scam don’t be embarrassed to report it. It can happen to anyone. Report the scam to the police and also contact Action Fraud. The information you give to Action Fraud can help track down the scammer.

   Phone scams | Scams and fraud | Age UK

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   How do I get help with a phone scam?

   • We offer support through our free advice line on 0800 678 1602. Lines are open 8am-7pm, 365 days a year. We also have specialist advisers at over 120 local Age UKs. Phone scams and cold calls can be annoying, frustrating, and even threatening. Find out what you can do to stop them and protect yourself from scams.

   Phone scams – dealing with cold and nuisance calls | Age UK

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2. www.ageuk.org.uk › scams-fraud › phone-scamsPhone scams – dealing with cold and nuisance calls - Age UK

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   Phone scams are a common way for criminals to con people out of their money. Find out some of the most common phone scams and what you can do to stay safe.

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   Sep 11, 2023 · Phone scams work by tricking people into sharing their personal or financial information. These scammers can be very creative and there’s a wide range of unique phone scams out there designed to take your money. There are a few different tactics they use to seem more legitimate.

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   What is a phone scam? Phone scams involve fraudsters attempting to obtain your personal or financial information over the phone. These scams are often referred to as 'vishing' scams - a combination of 'voice' and 'phishing'. It's not always easy to spot a phone scam.

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   Phone fraud is when a fraudster calls or messages you, pretending to be someone you know or from an organisation you trust such as your bank or the police. They then convince you to hand over...

7. www.ofcom.org.uk › phones-and-broadband › scam-callsHow to protect yourself from scam phone calls and texts

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   Oct 18, 2021 · Scam calls and texts are carried out by criminals who are trying to encourage you to hand over money, or your personal or financial information. The scammers are becoming more sophisticated in how they operate, and it can sometimes be hard to tell if you’re receiving a legitimate call or text.

8. www.moneyhelper.org.uk › en › money-troublesAm I being scammed? How to tell if you’ve been targeted

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   Knowing what to look out for when it comes to scams is one of the best ways to protect yourself. Unsolicited or unexpected contact - If you’ve received any kind of contact, but particularly a phone call, out of the blue, it is best to avoid it. Since January 2019, there has been a ban on cold calling about pensions.

9. uat4.ageuk.org.uk › scams-fraud › phone-scamsPhone scams | Scams and fraud | Age UK

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   Phone scams are a common way for criminals to con people out of money using various tricks to get your personal or financial information. Be aware of some of the most common phone scams and find out what you can do to stay safe.