Crypto Scams
NFT Scam UK: Wallet Drainers and Fake Mint Sites
A common high-value NFT threat is a 'wallet drainer' site tricking you into signing away access to your wallet. Here's how to check first.
Scam guides — page 5
Page 5 of 7 — older guides covering UK scam patterns, payment fraud, and impersonation tactics.
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Social Media Scams
WhatsApp Investment Scam UK: The Private-Chat Con
Unlike a public Instagram pitch, a WhatsApp investment scam builds a personal 'relationship' privately over days. Here's how to spot it.
Social Media Scams
TikTok Shop Scams UK: Spot Fake Sellers & Bad Deals
A TikTok Shop deal that's too good, or a seller wanting PayPal 'friends and family'? How to spot a TikTok Shop scam and keep your money protected.
Social Media Scams
Facebook Ad Scam UK: Check the Ad Library First
Fake investment and counterfeit-goods ads run on Facebook using copied branding. Meta's own Ad Library shows what's really running.
Social Media Scams
X Crypto Giveaway Scam UK: The Blue Tick Proves Nothing Now
Fake celebrity accounts on X promise to double any cryptocurrency you send. A blue checkmark is not proof that the account is genuine.
Marketplace Scams
Autotrader Car Scam UK: Spot Fake Listings & Sellers
A cheap Autotrader car from a seller who can't meet and wants a deposit? Spot a fake listing, avoid 'escrow' cons, and report it in the UK.
Marketplace Scams
Rightmove Rental Scam UK: Spot Fake Property Listings
Renting a place you found on Rightmove? How to spot a fake listing or landlord, avoid losing a deposit to a 'pay to hold it' con, and report it in the UK.
Marketplace Scams
Airbnb Scam UK: Spot a Fake Listing
Found an Airbnb listing that asks you to pay outside the app before booking? How to spot a fake or hijacked Airbnb listing and book safely in the UK.
Marketplace Scams
Preloved Scam UK: Spot a Fake Seller or Listing
Buying on Preloved and asked to pay by bank transfer before you can view the item? How to spot a fake Preloved seller, buy safely, and report it.
Social Media Scams
Instagram Investment Scam UK: Fake Trader Profiles
Fake 'trader' profiles DM UK Instagram users promising guaranteed crypto or forex returns, backed by edited screenshots. Here's how to check first.
Payment Scams
Monzo Scam UK: Spot a Fake 'Suspicious Activity' Alert
Got a call, text, or in-app message claiming 'suspicious activity' on your Monzo account? How to spot a Monzo scam, check safely, and report it in the UK.
Marketplace Scams
eBay Scams UK: How to Spot a Fake Buyer, Seller or Email
Asked to pay or deal outside eBay, or got an 'eBay' email about a held payment? How to spot the common eBay scams and keep your money protected.
Marketplace Scams
Facebook Marketplace Fake Buyer Scam UK
Selling on Facebook Marketplace and a 'buyer' sends a fake payment confirmation? How to spot a fake buyer, protect your sale, and report it in the UK.
Marketplace Scams
Vinted Buyer Scam UK: Spot Fake 'Payment' Cons
Selling on Vinted and a buyer wants to pay off-app or 'confirm your card'? How to spot a Vinted buyer scam, keep your payment safe, and report it.
Marketplace Scams
Depop Scams UK: Spot Fake Sellers & Off-App Payment Cons
Buying or selling on Depop? Spot fake sellers, hacked accounts, and 'pay me off-app' cons that strip your buyer protection — and how to report it.
Payment Scams
Invoice Fraud UK: How to Verify a Payment Safely
A supplier email says their bank details have changed? Always verify by phone on a number you already have on file before you pay the invoice.
Payment Scams
Overpayment Scam UK: Do Not Send a Separate Refund
A buyer claims to have paid too much and wants money sent elsewhere. Verify the payment in your own account and ask the provider to reverse it safely.
Crypto Scams
Cryptocurrency Payment Scam UK: Why Unexpected Crypto Demands Are a Red Flag
Unexpected demands to pay in cryptocurrency are a major scam warning sign. Here's why criminals ask for crypto, and what to do instead.
Payment Scams
Apple Pay Scam UK: Spot Fake Security Alerts & Texts
Got a call, text, or email about 'suspicious Apple Pay activity' or a locked account? How to spot an Apple Pay scam and report it in the UK.
Payment Scams
PayPal Friends and Family Scam: Why Sellers Ask for It
PayPal Friends and Family payments are not eligible for Buyer Protection. Use Goods and Services for an eligible purchase and report scam payments promptly.
Phone Scams
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.
Phone Scams
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.
Phone Scams
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.
Payment Scams
Advance Fee Scam UK: Verify Before Paying to Receive Money
A fake loan, prize or inheritance is released only after a fee. Verify the organisation independently—some genuine credit brokers can charge disclosed fees.
Phone Scams
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.
Phone Scams
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.
Phone Scams
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.
Email Scams
DVLA Email Scam UK: Spot a Fake Tax or Fine Email
Got a DVLA email about car tax, a refund, a fine, or your licence? How to spot a fake DVLA email, check safely on GOV.UK, and report it in the UK.
Email Scams
Companies House Email Scam UK: How to Check and Report a Message
Fake Companies House emails use urgent verification, filing or payment claims. Learn how to check a message safely and report phishing in the UK.
Email Scams
TV Licence Scam Email UK: How to Spot a Fake
TV Licensing uses several genuine sender addresses, and scammers can spoof them — so check your licence at tvlicensing.co.uk rather than trusting the sender.
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