🚨 How to Spot a Scammer

Protect yourself and your loved ones by learning the warning signs of scams.

🚩 Major Red Flags

If you see ANY of these signs, STOP immediately!

🏦 Banks NEVER Ask for:
  • Your PIN or password
  • OTP codes via phone
  • Card details over phone/SMS
  • Your online banking login
  • To transfer money to a "safe" account

⚠️ If someone asks, IT'S A SCAM!

💸 Payment Red Flags:
  • Asking for eWallet repeatedly
  • Requesting gift cards as payment
  • Asking for Bitcoin/crypto
  • Money transfer services (Western Union, MoneyGram)
  • "Urgent" payment needed NOW

⚠️ Legitimate businesses don't do this!

⏰ Pressure Tactics

Scammers create urgency to make you act without thinking.

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"Act NOW!"

They say you must act immediately or lose out.

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"Stay on the line"

They don't want you to hang up and verify.

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"Don't tell anyone"

They want to isolate you from advice.

✅ What to do: Take your time. Say "I'll call you back" and hang up. Then call the official number from their website or your documents.

🎭 Common Scam Types

Someone claims to love you but asks for money.

  • They're overseas or "working abroad"
  • They can't video call (only text/photos)
  • They fall in love VERY quickly
  • They need money for tickets, visas, emergencies

Never send money to someone you haven't met in person!

Promises of high returns with little or no risk.

  • "Get rich quick" schemes
  • Forex trading "opportunities"
  • Crypto investment groups
  • They show fake profit screenshots

If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is!

Fake messages trying to get your information.

  • "You've won a prize/lottery"
  • Your bank account is "blocked"
  • Delivery failed - click link
  • Fake job offers

Don't click links from unknown numbers!

Someone pretends to be from your bank.

  • "There's fraud on your account"
  • "We need to verify your details"
  • "Please read the OTP to confirm"
  • "Transfer to a safe account"

Your bank will NEVER ask for OTP or PIN!

Fake online stores or products.

  • Prices too good to be true
  • No physical address or contact
  • Payment via EFT/wallet only
  • No COD (Cash on Delivery) option

Check reviews and only use trusted sites!

Fake job offers asking for money.

  • Pay for "training" or "equipment"
  • Work from home - earn thousands
  • No interview required
  • Send money for "background check"

Legitimate employers don't ask for money!

✅ What to Do If You Suspect a Scam

🛑 STOP
  • Don't send any money
  • Don't share personal info
  • Don't click any links
  • Don't download attachments
🔍 VERIFY
  • Hang up and call the official number
  • Check with family/friends
  • Search the number/email here
  • Google the offer + "scam"
📢 REPORT
  • Report to your local authorities
  • Report to your bank
  • Report on our website
  • Warn others on social media
🛡️ PROTECT YOURSELF
  • Never share OTPs
  • Never share PINs/passwords
  • Enable two-factor authentication
  • Regularly check your accounts

📞 Important Contacts

If you've been scammed, contact:

🚓 Local Police

Report fraud and cybercrime to your local police station.

Emergency: Your local emergency number

🏦 Your Bank

Contact your bank immediately if you've shared banking details.

Use the official number on the back of your card.

📋 Fraud Prevention

Report to your country's fraud prevention services.

Many countries have dedicated cybercrime units.

💻 Online Reporting

Report online scams to:

  • Your email provider (for phishing)
  • The platform where you were contacted
  • Consumer protection agencies

🔍 Check Before You Trust

Before sending money or sharing information, check if the number or email is in our scammer database.

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