Received a message about a job offer? Stop and Think. Scammers can impersonate recruiters and HR teams to steal personal and financial information. Watch out for: •Recruiters who say they’ve reviewed your CV even though you never sent it •Pressure to act fast or pay to secure a role •Vague coaching or CV services with no credentials #TakeFive #JobScams #StopChallengeProtect #JobSearch

Investment opportunity in your DMs? Pause before acting 🖐️ - Use the FCA Firm Checker to check the provider is authorised - Take your time to research the company independently - Be cautious of high returns for low risk #InvestmentsScams #TakeFive

Important message from @takefivetostopfraud ⚠️ Stop and Think – don’t click that link. Criminals are experts at using technology to commit fraud. •Always type the web address directly it into your browser •Treat one-time passcodes as carefully as you would your PIN •If you don’t recognise spending on your account, contact your bank immediately. #TakeFive #StopChallengeProtect #TypeDontTap

Got a link via text, email or DM? Stop and Think. Criminals are sophisticated. They want your card details, and they can be convincing. Take your time to verify the web address by typing it into your browser. #TakeFive #StopChallengeProtect #TypeDontTap

Criminals spend hours researching you and will use any information they find in their scams. Stop and Think – don’t click that link 🚫 Visit trusted sites by going old-school and typing web addresses directly into your browser. Checking it’s legit can help you keep your details safe. #TakeFive #StopChallengeProtect #TypeDontTap

Courier scams are when criminals pretend to be from a trusted organisation and send a courier to collect your money, cards, PIN or valuables. If you receive an unexpected phone call from someone claiming to be your bank, hang up and Take Five. Find out more and learn how to protect yourself: takefive-stopfraud.org.uk/pr… #TakeFive #StopChallengeProtect #CourierScam

You may think you’re helping a police or bank investigation by handing over your bank card. But this is a scam. ⚠️ Your bank or the police will never send a courier to collect your card, PIN, cash or valuables. Take Five to stop and think before you part with money or information. Find out more and learn how to protect yourself: takefive-stopfraud.org.uk/pr… #TakeFive #StopChallengeProtect #CourierScam

Have you seen a deal online that looks too good to be true? 🤔 Purchase scams are when a criminal creates fake adverts online to encourage you to buy goods that don’t actually exist. Always stop and think. Research the seller before you part with your money and information. #StopChallengeProtect #PurchaseScam

Looking for tickets to the Oasis tour? Read this important info on protecting yourself from ticket scams ⬇️

Is it a bargain… or fraud? 👀 Sometimes, online adverts for goods and services can be part of a purchase scam. Always #TakeFive to consider whether an online link or website is reliable before buying goods online 💸 #StopChallengeProtect #PurchaseScam

“Hi Mum… Hi Dad…” 📱 Criminals impersonate family members to trick you into parting with your money or information. They try to gain your trust and create a sense of panic. #TakeFive and always speak to the person directly before transferring any money and take your time to verify the request. #StopChallengeProtect

Vishing alert📞 Fraudsters can call, pretending to be your bank or a trusted organisation. ⚠️✋ Remember: -Never share details over the phone -Call your bank or trusted organisation using a number you know to be true -It’s okay to hang up and reject any requests for your information #TakeFive #StopChallengeProtect

What is vishing? This is when criminals call pretending to be a trusted organisation. When answering calls like this: -Don’t give out any personal or financial info -Call your bank on a number you know to be correct -Remember, you can say no and hang up ⚠️ #TakeFive #StopChallengeProtect

Good manners shouldn't cost you money. Learn 'The Art of Impoliteness' and discover how a little impoliteness can go a long way in helping to protect you from fraud. Find out more: takefive-stopfraud.org.uk/im… #TakeFive #ArtofImpoliteness #StopChallengeProtect

Someone at the door asking for money? 🚪 Don’t feel pressured to agree or pay on the spot. Say no, shut the door and check independently. When it comes to fraud, it pays to be impolite. Find out more: takefive-stopfraud.org.uk/im… #TakeFive #ArtOfImpoliteness #StopChallengeProtect

Fraudsters rely on people feeling too uncomfortable to question them or say “No”. If you're asked for money or personal details, it's okay to hang up, shut the door, close the email, or say no. A genuine organisation won't mind. #TakeFive #ArtofImpoliteness #StopChallengeProtect

High returns. Famous faces. A limited-time offer. 👀 Investment scams can be made to look convincing. Close the email and independently check the company before acting. When it comes to fraud, it pays to be impolite. Find out more: takefive-stopfraud.org.uk/im… #TakeFive #ArtOfImpoliteness #StopChallengeProtect

Criminals count on you being polite. Trust your instincts. If it doesn't feel right, don't be afraid to hang up, shut the door, close the email or say no. Learn more: takefive-stopfraud.org.uk/im… #TakeFive #ArtofImpoliteness #StopChallengeProtect

An unexpected call isn’t always what it seems 📞 If someone asks for your personal details or money, hang up and independently check they are who they say they are. When it comes to fraud, it pays to be impolite. Find out more: takefive-stopfraud.org.uk/im… #TakeFive #ArtOfImpoliteness #StopChallengeProtect

When it comes to fraud, it pays to be impolite. Hang up. Shut the door. Close the email. Or simply say “no”. Take your time and check it’s real. Find out more: takefive-stopfraud.org.uk/im… #TakeFive #ArtOfImpoliteness #StopChallengeProtect