Phone Scams
Amazon Scam Phone Calls UK: How to Spot a Fake Amazon Call
Got an unexpected automated 'Amazon' call about an order or account? Treat it as unverified. Here is how to check it safely and stop a phone scam.
Phone Scams
Guides covering vishing calls, fake bank calls, HMRC phone scams, and voice fraud targeting UK residents. Learn to verify callers and avoid phone-based scams.
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Solar Panel Cold Caller Scam UK: Spot the Warning Signs
Got an unsolicited call or doorstep visit offering free solar panels or a 'government grant'? How to spot a solar panel cold-calling scam in the UK.
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Virgin Media Scam Call UK: How to Spot a Fake Caller
A 'Virgin Media' caller warns of a virus and wants remote access to your device? Hang up and verify through Virgin Media's official channels.
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TalkTalk Scam Call UK: Spot a Fake Support Call
Fake TalkTalk callers claim a fault or refund and request passwords, bank details or remote access. Hang up and call TalkTalk through an official route.
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Number Spoofing Scam UK: Spot a Fake Caller ID
Got a call from a number that looked exactly like your bank or a government agency? How caller ID spoofing works and how to stay safe in the UK.
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HSBC Scam Call UK: Spot a Fake Fraud Team Call
Got a call claiming to be HSBC's fraud team about suspicious activity on your account? How to spot an HSBC scam call, check safely, and report it.
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Santander Phone Scam UK: What the Callers Say and How to Hang Up Safely
Callers posing as Santander's fraud team push you to confirm details, share codes or move money to a safe account. How to spot the scam and hang up.
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Pension Liberation Scam UK: The 55% Tax Trap
Pension liberation offers early access to your pension before 55 — but it can trigger a tax charge of up to 55% of the amount you take out.
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DVLA Scam Calls: How to Spot a Fake Caller (UK)
An unexpected call claims your vehicle tax has failed or your licence is at risk? Hang up and check your status directly through GOV.UK.
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National Insurance Scam Call UK: The 'Suspended' Lie
A robocall claims your National Insurance number is 'suspended' and pushes you to confirm your details. There's no such thing as a suspended NI number.
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HMRC Phone Call Scam UK: Spot a Fake Tax Call
A fake HMRC call threatens arrest or urgent legal action. HMRC may phone or use voice prompts, but it says it will never threaten arrest.
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BT Scam Calls: How to Spot a Fake BT Phone Call (UK)
An unexpected 'BT' call about your router, a refund, or being cut off? How to spot a fake BT caller, and what a genuine BT call will never ask.
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Police Impersonation Scam UK: Spot a Fake Officer Call
A 'police officer' says your money is at risk and you must move it or help an investigation? How to spot the scam and report it in the UK.