Email Scams
NatWest Phishing Emails: Spot a Fake NatWest Email (UK)
A NatWest email about 'unusual activity' or 'verify your account', with a button to click? How to tell a genuine NatWest email from phishing — and check safely.
Scam guides — page 6
Page 6 of 7 — older guides covering UK scam patterns, payment fraud, and impersonation tactics.
Older guides — page 6
Email Scams
PayPal Account Limited Email Scam UK
An email says your PayPal account is limited and you must verify now? Log in directly instead. Genuine emails use your account name.
Email Scams
HMRC Tax Rebate Email Scam: Spot a Fake (UK)
An HMRC email saying you're owed a tax rebate, with a link to claim? Real rebates aren't claimed through an email link — how to spot the scam and check safely.
Email Scams
Netflix Billing Email Scam UK: Spot a Fake Message
An email says your Netflix payment failed and your account will be suspended? Check it before clicking — genuine Netflix never asks this way.
Email Scams
HSBC Phishing Email Scam UK: Spot a Fake Message
An email claiming to be HSBC asks you to verify your details urgently, or risk suspension? Check it carefully before you click anything.
Email Scams
Santander Email Scam: How to Spot a Fake Bank Email (UK)
A Santander email about a locked account or 'verify now'? How to spot a fake Santander email, check it safely, and report phishing in the UK.
Email Scams
Microsoft Account Suspended Scam Email: How to Spot It
A fake Microsoft email claims unusual activity or suspension and links to a bogus sign-in page. Open your Microsoft account directly instead.
Text Message Scams
Council Tax Scam Texts: Spot a Fake Refund or Demand (UK)
A text offering a council tax refund or threatening arrears? Council tax is run by your local council. How to spot the scam and check safely.
Text Message Scams
Parking Fine Scam Text UK: Spot a Fake PCN SMS
Got a text about an unpaid parking fine or PCN with a pay-now link? How to spot a fake parking fine text, check the real issuer, and report it.
Text Message Scams
Amazon Delivery Scam Text UK: Spot a Fake SMS
Got an Amazon text about a failed delivery or a small redelivery fee? Spot a fake Amazon delivery SMS, check Your Orders, and report it in the UK.
Text Message Scams
NatWest Scam Texts: How to Spot a Fake NatWest SMS (UK)
Got a NatWest 'fraud alert' text about a payment or new device? How to tell a genuine NatWest SMS from a scam — and how to check it safely on 159.
Text Message Scams
Fake Halifax Text? Scam Checks, 159 and Safe Reporting
Received an unexpected Halifax fraud or payment text? Do not share a passcode or move money. Check it in the app, through the card number or via 159.
Text Message Scams
DVLA Vehicle Tax Text: Is It Genuine or a Scam?
A DVLA text says vehicle tax failed or a refund is waiting? DVLA says it will not ask for bank or payment details this way. Check only through GOV.UK.
Text Message Scams
TV Licensing Scam Text UK: Spot a Fake Licence SMS
Got a TV Licensing text about a failed payment, an expired licence, or a refund? How to spot a fake TV Licensing SMS and report it in the UK.
Text Message Scams
Is This NHS Appointment Text Genuine? Checks and Scam Signs
The NHS does send appointment texts and NHS App fallback messages. Check the appointment independently and beware links asking for payment or details.
Text Message Scams
Royal Mail Scam Texts: Spot a Fake Delivery Text (UK)
A Royal Mail text about a 'fee to pay' or redelivery? How to tell a genuine Royal Mail message from a scam — and pay any real fee safely.
Text Message Scams
HMRC Tax Refund Text Scam: Spot the Fake (UK)
An HMRC text saying you're owed a tax refund — click to claim? Real refunds aren't claimed by text link. How to spot the scam and check safely on GOV.UK.
Text Message Scams
Barclays Scam Texts: How to Spot a Fake Barclays SMS (UK)
A Barclays text about a new payee or blocked payment? How to tell a genuine Barclays SMS from a scam, check it safely on 159, and report it in the UK.
Text Message Scams
Lloyds Scam Texts: How to Spot a Fake Lloyds SMS (UK)
Got a Lloyds text about a new payee or 'suspicious activity'? How to tell a genuine Lloyds SMS from a scam — and how to check it safely on 159.
Employment Scams
Work From Home Scam UK: Envelope, Kit & Reshipping Cons
Asked to pay for a starter kit before your work-from-home job begins? Upfront fees are a serious warning sign. How to spot the scam and report it.
Email Scams
Amazon Scam Emails: How to Spot a Fake Amazon Email (UK)
Got an Amazon email about an order problem, refund, or 'account locked'? How to tell a genuine Amazon email from a phishing scam — and check safely.
Fraud & Impersonation
Charity Scam UK: Spot a Fake Donation Appeal
Asked to donate to a charity appeal by phone, text, or social media? How to spot a fake charity scam, check it's genuine, and give safely in the UK.
Fraud & Impersonation
Recovery Scam UK: Spot a Fake 'Get Your Money Back' Firm
Lost money to a scam and now a 'recovery agent' offers to get it back for a fee? How to spot a recovery scam, avoid a second loss, and report it in the UK.
Text Message Scams
Evri Scam Texts: How to Spot a Fake Parcel Text (UK)
An Evri text about a missed delivery or a small fee? How to tell a genuine Evri message from a scam text, and how to track your parcel safely.
Fraud & Impersonation
WhatsApp 'Hi Mum' Scam UK: Spot a Fake Family Text
Got a WhatsApp from 'your child' on a new number needing urgent money? Spot the 'Hi Mum' family impersonation scam, check safely, and get money back.
Marketplace Scams
Vinted Scams UK: Warning Signs for Buyers and Sellers
Buying or selling on Vinted? The main risk on both sides is being pushed off the app — here's how Vinted's protection works and what to watch for.
Crypto Scams
Crypto Investment Scam UK: Spot a Fake Platform
Approached about a crypto investment with celebrity endorsements or guaranteed returns? Spot a crypto investment scam and protect yourself in the UK.
Payment Scams
Bank Transfer Scams UK: How to Spot a 'Safe Account' Con
Asked to move money to a 'safe account', or to pay by bank transfer under pressure? How to spot a bank-transfer scam, check safely on 159, and claim it back.
Romance & Dating Scams
Tinder Scams UK: How to Spot a Fake Profile or Romance Con
A Tinder match who moves fast, won't video-call, then needs money or pushes 'crypto'? How to spot a romance scam and protect yourself — without the shame.
Investment & Finance Scams
Debt Relief Scam UK: Spot a Fake Debt Help Company
Contacted by a company promising to wipe or reduce your debt for an upfront fee? How to spot a debt relief scam, find free help, and report it in the UK.
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