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Staying safe against scams

If you haven't been a victim of fraud or a scam yourself, you probably know someone who has. And most high street banks and credit card providers now sell products to protect you against identity theft, and other types of fraud.

This guide introduces you to the current scams and gives you some simple tips to protect yourself against them.

Step 1: Types of scam

A scam, or swindle, is a scheme designed to con you out of your cash. Find out about the different types of financial scam and how to recognise them.

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Step 2: Staying safe

Staying safe against scams, swindles and unauthorised firms is a shared responsibility.

Find out about:

  • how to protect yourself;
  • how the industry protects you; and
  • dealing with unauthorised and overseas firms.
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