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WEBREPORT. The more we talk, the less power they have. Report scams to us when you see them. Scamwatch is led by the National Anti-Scam Centre. The National Anti-Scam Centre: helps people spot and avoid scams. makes it easier to report scams. improves information sharing to disrupt scammers. works across government and with industry.
Types of scams - Scamwatch
WEBOnline dating and romance scams. Scammers use dating or friendship to get your money. They work hard to make you think the relationship is real, then manipulate you to give them money. Romance scams leave you broke and broken-hearted.
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WEBWas your money stolen in the scam? We'll send you to our full report so you can tell us more. Investment scams promise big returns, but the goal is stealing money from you. For example, a sponsored product ad or news story on social media. We'll send you to our full report so we can find out a bit more to help us take action.
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WEBUse the search function on Scamwatch to find out about different types of scams, how to avoid them and how to report them.
Telstra warns of email scam targeting BigPond customers
WEBSep 1, 2010 · Telstra has issued a warning following reports of an email scam claiming to be from BigPond. SCAMwatch has received many reports about scam emails claiming to be from well-known and respected organisations that are actually scams, and advises that you should be wary of all emails sent out of the blue—supposedly from companies you …
About us | Scamwatch - Australian Competition and Consumer …
WEBScamwatch is run by the National Anti-Scam Centre, part of the ACCC. We collect your reports to take action to stop scams. We also provide information to consumers and small businesses to help you spot and avoid scams.
Don't get scammed by a fake online store | Scamwatch
WEBMar 20, 2017 · Don't get scammed by a fake online store. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is warning online shoppers to be wary of scammers masquerading as legitimate online retailers, often selling well-known brands at too-good-to-be-true prices. Already in 2017, the ACCC’s Scamwatch service has received more than 1000 reports of …
Scam alert: Fake celebrity online investment scams
WEBMar 1, 2024 · For crisis support to help with emotional distress about scams, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 or use their online chat. Beyond Blue also provides support for anxiety and depression: call them on 1300 224 636 or chat online through their website. Help others by making a report to Scamwatch. You can make your report without sharing your name.
Email scams - Scamwatch
WEBCommon scams via email include: asking you to confirm your banking details so they can give you a ‘refund’. providing you with a phone number to call urgently. making a threat such as immediate arrest, deportation, or blackmail. threatening to stop a service or charge a fine if you don’t act. stating you’ve been a victim of identity ...
Phone scams | Scamwatch - Australian Competition and Consumer …
WEBPhone scams. 1 in 3 reported scams happen by phone. Scammers call, claiming to be from well-known organisations. This includes government organisations, law enforcement, investment and law firms, banks, telecommunication providers. They make it sound urgent to get to you act quickly.
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