Guides covering bank transfer fraud, advance fee scams, fake invoices, and APP fraud in the UK. Learn how to verify payment requests and protect your money.
Monzo scam transfers involve criminals pretending to be Monzo support or using fake Monzo channels to convince users they need to move money or verify details urgently. This guide explains the exact tactics used and how to verify genuine Monzo contact.
Invoice fraud is when criminals send fake invoices impersonating your genuine suppliers or posing as new vendors, tricking your finance team into paying them. This guide shows UK business owners and finance managers exactly how to spot these scams, verify invoices properly, and recover if money has already been sent.
Overpayment scams trick you into sending money back after receiving a payment that appears legitimate but is actually fraudulent. We'll show you how to recognise these scams and what to do if you've been targeted.
Scammers impersonate Apple or your bank to convince you that suspicious activity has occurred on your Apple Pay account, then steal your payment details or money. This guide explains exactly how these scams work, what warning signs to watch for, and the practical steps to protect yourself.
The PayPal Friends and Family scam tricks UK users into sending money to criminals by posing as sellers, buyers, or trusted contacts. Unlike standard PayPal transactions, Friends and Family payments offer no protection — once sent, the money is nearly impossible to recover.
Advance fee scams are fraudulent schemes where criminals demand payment upfront for something valuable—a loan, inheritance, job, or prize—that doesn't exist. They target UK residents across email, text, phone, and dating apps, and cost victims thousands of pounds annually.
Push payment fraud is when a scammer impersonates your bank, a business, or a trusted contact to convince you to send money directly from your account. Unlike other scams, the victim authorises the payment themselves, making it harder for banks to recover the funds.
QR code scams are growing in the UK, with criminals replacing legitimate codes or sending fake ones via text, email, or in person. Scanning a malicious QR code can lead to fake payment pages, identity theft, or direct account access.
Bank transfer scams are among the most common fraud tactics in the UK, costing victims thousands of pounds. Scammers use fake messages, spoofed emails, and impersonation to convince you to transfer money urgently to accounts they control.
Scammers regularly impersonate PayPal in phishing emails designed to steal login credentials and personal information from UK customers. This guide explains the warning signs of PayPal email scams, how fraudsters operate, and the steps you should take if you receive a suspicious message claiming to be from PayPal.
Invoice scam emails trick businesses into paying fraudulent invoices by impersonating trusted suppliers or vendors. Scammers intercept genuine purchase orders, create fake invoices with altered bank details, or spoof email addresses to redirect payments. This guide explains common tactics used in UK invoice fraud, practical steps to verify authenticity, and procedures to implement to prevent costly mistakes.
Refund scams are a growing threat in the UK where fraudsters impersonate businesses, tax authorities, or payment providers to steal money and personal information. Scammers typically contact victims via email, phone, or text claiming an overpayment or tax rebate, then direct them to fake websites or request upfront fees. This guide explains how these scams work, warning signs to watch for, and practical steps to protect yourself and report suspected fraud to Action Fraud.
Chargeback scams exploit the consumer protection mechanisms built into card payment systems. Fraudsters purchase items, receive goods or services, then dispute the charge with their bank claiming the transaction was unauthorised or the goods never arrived. UK businesses lose millions annually to this type of fraud. Understanding how these scams work and implementing verification procedures can significantly reduce your risk.
Direct debit fraud is a growing threat in the UK where scammers trick customers into authorizing unauthorized payments from their bank accounts. This guide explains common tactics used by fraudsters, warning signs to watch for, how to cancel fraudulent direct debits, and your rights under the Direct Debit Guarantee scheme. Discover practical steps to verify legitimacy before authorizing any direct debit and how to report suspicious activity to your bank and the authorities.
Amazon refund scams are increasingly targeting UK customers through fake emails and phone calls claiming unauthorised purchases or account issues. Fraudsters use urgency and fear to manipulate victims into clicking malicious links or providing sensitive information like passwords and payment details. This guide explains how these scams work, the red flags to watch for, and the steps you should take if you suspect you have been targeted.
Why fraudsters push bank transfers and what to check before sending funds to a person or business.