Types of payment scams

Cryptocurrency scams

Fraudsters deceive victims into believing they’re investing safely in crypto or fake trading platforms.

Social media scams

Victims are targeted through social platforms, often promised fake products, competitions, or investment schemes.

Advance fee scams

Fraudsters request upfront payments for services, loans, or rewards that never actually materialise.

Impersonation scams

Scammers pose as banks, celebrities, HMRC, police, or friends and family to trick victims into transferring funds.

Romance scams

Victims believe they’re in a genuine relationship but are deceived into sending money to online scammers.

Investment scams

Fraudulent opportunities promising high returns lure victims into transferring funds for fake investments.

Job / work scams

Fake job offers or remote work opportunities trick victims into paying fees or transferring money.

Invoice scams

Scammers send fake invoices posing as trusted suppliers, tricking victims into paying into fraudulent accounts.

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