PROTECT YOURSELF

Three ways to safeguard from scammers

online shopping Shopping online? Whether it be for bargain appliances or beauty products, do your research. Consider if a website is real before keying in your credit card details. Always look for the https (not http) and the padlock icon in the address bar for a secure connection.

Block numbers Sick of fielding daily calls from scammers trying to wheedle information out of you? Call-blocking handsets, filters for landline services and call-filtering applications for mobile phones are available. These filters block numbers using a proprietary technology. Contact your telco to find out more. love online Dating and romance scams cost Australians millions every year. These sneaky scammers create fake profiles on legit dating websites, apps and social media using identities often stolen from others. After gaining your trust, they ask for money to help with a family crisis or travel. Never hand over your details!

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