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What types of online scams can you encounter?
Below are some of the most common.
- Copycat government websites. Some scams involve websites designed to look like official government websites such as HMRC.
- Dating and romance scams.
- Holiday frauds.
- Mandate fraud.
- Pharming.
- Phishing emails.
What are examples of scams?
What are some common types of scams?
- Charity scams. A charity scam is when a thief poses as a real charity or makes up the name of a charity that sounds real in order to get money from you.
- Debt settlement and debt relief scams.
- Grandparent scams.
- Mail fraud.
- Mortgage closing scams.
- Romance scams.
What are current scams?
The Latest Scams You Need to Be Aware of in 2021
- Coronavirus, Vaccine and Government Program Scams.
- Phone-Related Scams.
- Cryptocurrency Scams.
- Romance Scams.
- Online Purchase Scams.
- Employment Scams.
- Travel Scams.
- Basic Steps to Avoid Getting Scammed.
What are common scams?
Common Scams
- Advance Fee Scams.
- Tech Support Scams.
- Phishing.
- Emergency Scams.
- IRS or Government Imposter Scams.
- Foreign Money Exchange Scams.
- Counterfeit Cashier’s Checks.
- Bogus Debts.
How do online scams work?
A phishing scam is based on email, although sometimes it may be perpetrated on social media. The criminal will send the user an email or a message with the aim of tricking them into providing valuable data, such as login credentials, which can later be used to steal more data or money.
What are the most common types of scams?
Ten most common types of scams
- Advance fee fraud.
- Lottery, sweepstakes and competition scams.
- Dating and romance scams.
- Computer hacking.
- Online shopping, classified and auction scams.
- Banking, credit card and online account scams.
- Small business scams.
- Job and employment scams.
Are online courses worth the money?
As online course content is completely shielded until you have paid your money, some scammers put together a very short overview course – which is not worth the money you’ve paid for it – only to then promote a longer, more expensive course. How can you avoid these scams?
Is there a rise in online course fraud?
However, this has also led to a rise in fraudsters taking advantage of those taking up courses by selling fake online courses, according to the CPD Standards Office, a course accreditation firm.
How do I know if my distance learning school is legit?
To be sure that a particular distance learning school is legitimately accredited, visit their official website, enter the name of the educational institution, and find out if your online school is by a legitimate accreditation body.
What should you look for when choosing online training?
When you are choosing online training, you need to look for courses that provide at least 4 to 8 learning objectives or learning outcomes. It is easy to fall foul of scammers who promise professional qualifications that meet the Department of Education’s National Educational Framework.