Scams

A scam is a scheme designed to con you out of your cash. Scammers are becoming more sophisticated and aim to con us all. For details on the different types of scams and to find out how to protect yourself, visit Consumer Direct. You can also read our information on business scams.

How to report a scam

If you have been a victim of a scam, or you suspect a scam, you can:

• contact Consumer Direct for scams in general, and 
• contact Financial Services Authority for investment scams

To read our reports on the impacts of mass marketed scams and the psychology of scams, please visit our campaigns page.

Help stop scammers

You can help to stop scammers by telling your friends and family and by making us aware of any scams that you have encountered. You can do this by sending an online scam report. 

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