How To Protect Yourself From Scams

Scams are designed to cheat people out of their money. New ways of communicating digitally have led to an increasing number and variety of scams. In 2021, one in four Britons received daily scam calls, texts and email.

While most of us assume that we or our loved ones would never fall for a scam, the increasing sophistication of scams makes them harder to identify.

Fraudsters can be extremely convincing. Taking advantage of our heavy reliance on technology, scammers use careful manipulation and sophisticated methods to make you believe you can trust them.

In a study conducted by Ofcom, 87% of UK adults have come across content they suspected to be a scam or fraud. Among the victims who lost money, one in five lost more than £1,000.

Anyone can be scammed, and the lasting impact can leave us feeling unsafe and embarrassed. When it comes to scams, knowledge is power. The more we know, the less effective the scams are, and the less powers the scammers have.

Read on to find out how you can stay one step ahead and protect yourself and your loved ones.