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How to protect yourself from scams and stay safe online

So much of our everyday life revolves around the internet – how we shop, pay bills, bank, get our news, communicate with others, even the shows we watch. Knowing what’s genuine, what’s fake and how to protect yourself from scammers and fraudsters will save you a whole lot of stress.

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How to avoid PayID credit card fraud

20% of all payments in Australia are done using PayID with one in four card payments in Australia being made with a mobile wallet. It is easy and convenient but […]

What is SSL?

It is a common term used when discussing cyber safety and it plays an important role to keep your data safe.

How to protect yourself from scams

The best way to protect yourself from being scammed is to stop, think and check before you react to suspicious texts, emails or phone calls

7 ways to spot an email scam

The best defence against scam emails is knowing what to look for – things like generic greetings, poor spelling, clunky language, an unofficial sender email address and incorrect branding.

How to spot an investment scam

Before you hand over your life savings to a new investment opportunity, carry out some basic checks to see whether the offer and the person or company behind it is real or a scam.

How to avoid dating and romance scams

Before investing too much of your time, money or heart in someone you’ve met on a dating or social media app, do a quick online search of their name and profile pic to see if they’re genuine or a romance scammer.

You’ve won a prize! Is it your lucky day – or are you being scammed?

You can’t win a prize or money in a competition or lottery you never entered. So, if you receive a message that you’ve won something unexpected, simply delete it.

How to avoid fake sellers and shop safely online

When you shop online try to stick to known, trusted sellers that have good customer reviews. If it’s someone new, take time to do a few checks to ensure they’re genuine.

7 ways to avoid online shopping scams

Always research the seller or online store, read reviews and make sure they offer secure payment options, before buying anything online.

How to tell if your identity has been stolen and what to do about it

If you discover your identity has been stolen, it’s important to let your bank and other key authorities know as soon as possible.

Beware of delivery scams

If you receive an unexpected email or text message about a delivery issue – it’s mostly likely a scam. Don’t click on the link – just delete entire thing.

How to protect yourself from identity theft

Don’t share any of your personal information unless you’re sure about who you’re dealing with, and you’ve checked the communication is genuine.

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