In today's digital era, online transactions and financial operations have become the norm. Conducting business, making payments, and managing investments can all be accomplished with a few clicks, from anywhere, and at any time. However, the ease of online transactions also exposes individuals to potential risks, as a single wrong click or uninformed decision can lead to financial loss.
Online frauds are constantly evolving, and scammers are becoming increasingly sophisticated in their tactics. To safeguard yourself against these threats, it's essential to stay informed about the latest scams and learn how to protect your personal information and finances. In this article, we'll explore various types of online fraud and provide you with practical tips on how to defend against them.
Opportunistic scammers are always on the lookout to exploit any vulnerability. To protect yourself and your finances while conducting online transactions, here are seven types of fraud and essential tips to stay protected:
One has to be cautious of any emails which mimic banks or reputable companies.
Never share sensitive information like bank details, your mother's maiden name, or your date of birth on any website, even if it looks like a legitimate bank site. Always log into your Net banking account through the official bank's URL only.
Scammers impersonate bank officials or service providers over the phone call. They have some of your details to win the confidence that they are from a real bank and might ask for the details.
Majorly people who are elderly are the ones who face consequences and get trapped in this kind of banking scam. All they have to do is not entertain this kind of calls from strangers, especially those claiming to renew insurance policies or offering deals that sound too good to be true. Never share banking details over the phone with anyone, nor the OTP of any kind.
One of the most common smishing scams is the fake electricity bill alerts which one gets on the phone. People tend to click on the link shared with the message, with the hope of paying the bill, but end up losing all the money from their bank account.
Be very alert from this kind of text message you receive and never trust any SMS claiming that you have won any kind of lotteries or urging you to dial a provided number.
Do not call the numbers shared in unsolicited text messages every, or it can track your bank details easily.
Fraudsters will create fake profiles to gain trust and deceive victims.
You must avoid sharing personal photos, intimate video calls, or banking details with virtual acquaintances. Also, do not send money to someone you meet online.
One of those crimes which recently got highlighted because of its nature and distress. Recently, scammers initiated video chats, recorded the call receiver for a few seconds where his/her face could be visible and later used the videos to blackmail the receiver.
Avoid accepting video calls from unknown numbers. Cover your device's camera when someone is giving you a call from an unknown number while chatting online, even with friends. You never know how these hackers and scammers are using your front camera to record you at any point in time.
Fraudsters may trick you when you are doing online shopping- while buying or selling items online.
One has to always verify physical objects before exchanging money. Be cautious of QR code payments; scammers can gain access to your device.
Attackers may clone the SIM card and block the original to facilitate fraudulent transactions.
Never submit photocopies of your identification documents without proper authentication. If your SIM is blocked unexpectedly, contact your telecom service provider immediately.
The above seven scams have been in the news recently. Now we would like to highlight the ways to keep yourself safe from these scams and be ready. Here are 10 ways to save you from any scam:
Online frauds are a real threat in today's digital world, but with vigilance and awareness, you can protect yourself from falling victim to these scams. Stay informed, follow best practices, and exercise caution when sharing personal information or engaging in online transactions.
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