Browse all published guides by scam type, payment method, platform, or impersonation pattern.
Temu is not technically a scam, but the platform raises significant red flags for UK consumers. While you can receive items you order, the app collects extensive personal data, charges hidden fees, and uses aggressive referral tactics. This guide explains the real risks and what you should know before using Temu.
Royal Mail text scams are a common fraud tactic targeting UK residents. Criminals send fake SMS messages claiming delivery failures, payment issues, or account holds to trick you into clicking malicious links or providing sensitive details. This guide explains how these scams work, what warning signs to look for, and the steps you should take if you receive a suspicious message.
PayPal email scams are a common threat to UK users. Scammers send convincing phishing emails claiming account issues, suspicious activity, or required verification to trick you into revealing passwords and personal data. This guide explains how to recognize these fraudulent emails, what legitimate PayPal communications look like, and the steps to take if you suspect you have been targeted.
Bank transfer scams trick people into sending money to fraudsters posing as legitimate businesses, friends, or family members. This guide covers common tactics used by scammers, red flags to watch for, how to verify payment requests before sending money, and steps to take if you believe you have been targeted or defrauded.
This guide explains how crypto investment scams operate in the UK, including common tactics like fake celebrity endorsements, pressure to invest quickly, and promises of guaranteed returns. Discover practical steps to verify regulated exchanges, spot red flags, and report scams to the FCA and Action Fraud.
A plain-English checklist for judging whether a website is legitimate before you enter payment details.
How fake parcel delivery texts work, what signs to check, and what to do if you clicked the link.
A checklist for reviewing suspicious PayPal emails and deciding whether a message is genuine.
Why fraudsters push bank transfers and what to check before sending funds to a person or business.
A practical list of checks for judging high-return crypto offers, trading groups, and recovery services.
How to handle suspicious calls claiming to be from banks, government bodies, couriers, or tech support.
A practical guide to spotting common Marketplace fraud patterns for both buyers and sellers.
How trust-building romance scams develop over time and the signs to notice before money is requested.
How to assess suspicious job offers, recruiter messages, and work-from-home opportunities in the UK.
How verification-code scams work on marketplaces and why you should never hand over one-time codes to strangers.
How to review messages claiming you are due a tax refund or owe HMRC money.
Common signs of fake parcel messages using the Evri name and what to do if you clicked.
How to assess suspicious puppy adverts, breeder claims, shipping stories, and deposit requests.
How impersonation scams work when someone claims to be your child, partner, or relative from a new phone.
What to check before paying for accommodation or travel bookings through unfamiliar sites or messages.
How to review ticket resale offers on social media, messaging apps, and listing platforms.
A guide for spotting fake invoice updates and altered bank details in supplier communications.
How follow-on recovery scams target previous victims with promises of refunds, tracing, or legal help.
How malicious or substituted QR codes are used in parking, payments, and public-place scams.
How to assess urgent donation appeals, cloned fundraising pages, and impersonated charity campaigns.
How to review suspicious Amazon order, refund, and account emails safely.