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Investment scams
Fraudsters can create fake investments to steal your money. Here’s what to look out for.
Tempting fake investments
Making money on investments isn’t easy. You need to put in time and effort to find a genuine deal that works for you.
Social media platforms, like Facebook, and search engines, like Google, can be high risk for investment scams. Scammers often use these sites to promote fake investment opportunities that promise high returns.
If it seems too good to be true, it probably is.
Does it seem too good to be true?
Be careful what you share with ‘expert investors’
Avoid sending money. A fraudster may call, pretending to be an expert on investing. They might tempt you into a cryptocurrency investment with promises of high returns, like doubling your money in weeks. It all sounds great, but they pressure you to transfer money to a secure account, then disappear once the money is sent, leaving you with nothing. Always be cautious and never send money directly to someone you don’t know or trust.
Don’t share your personal details. A fraudster might contact you and say they can help you set up and manage an investment with high returns. To make it seem legitimate, they use genuine platforms. The fraudster may ask you to register and share your logon details so they can manage the investment for you, or they will setup an account using your personal information without your consent. Once they have access, they take control and steal your money. Always be cautious and never share your login details or personal information with anyone you don’t trust.
Learn about other scams and how to protect yourself
Scam calls
Learn how fraudsters use your details to win your trust.
Scam emails and texts
Fraudsters try to steal your details through emails and texts.
Pension scams
Fraudsters can pretend to be a company or adviser to target your pension.
Advance fee scams
Before you pay an advance fee for anything, make sure it's not a scam.
Protect your devices
Learn how to keep your devices safe.
Protect your identity
Fraudsters might try to steal your personal and banking details.
