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Welcome to the Blog of ScamOrReliable.com, a space dedicated to in-depth articles on consumer news, digital security and online protection.
Here you will find articles that break down current threats, expose new forms of scams and provide concrete solutions to adopt good practices and stay vigilant against digital and commercial risks.

What is the purpose of this blog?


  • Inform about the most common scams and frauds.
  • Explain the methods used by online fraudsters.
  • Provide practical advice to protect yourself effectively.
  • Share essential information on how to react if you are a victim.
  • Analyze facts to better understand digital risks.


This section also includes:

  • Prevention articles against online scams,
  • Practical guides to protect your data and purchases,
  • Trend analyses on fraud and cybersecurity,
  • and reflections on the evolution of the digital world and its risks.


Of course, access to ScamOrReliable.com and all our content remains 100% free and independent.

Discover our blog articles right away, organised by topic, or browse all of our publications according to your needs.

The latest blog posts published on Scam Or Reliable


Vishing: recognising fraudulent calls

Vishing: recognising fraudulent calls

Vishing, or phone scam, is reported to be increasing this year. Here is how to recognise the pressure used by fraudsters and regain control before acting too quickly.

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Post-booking scam: protect yourself

Post-booking scam: protect yourself

A new scam targets travellers after an online booking. The real context makes the message credible, which is why it is important to verify before clicking or replying.

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Voice Deepfake Scam

Voice Deepfake Scam

Cloned voice, panicked call, fake loved one in danger: learn to recognise a voice deepfake scam and verify before sending money.

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Preventing fraud: 3 models compared

Preventing fraud: 3 models compared

Australia, United States, United Kingdom: three complementary approaches to better prevent fraud, detect weak signals, secure payments and help victims react quickly.

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Why Scams Seem Credible

Why Scams Seem Credible

Understand why a scam can seem credible despite its lies: familiar codes, urgency, real data, plausible context and fake trust signals.

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Report Fraud Without Traps

Report Fraud Without Traps

Learn how to report fraud without falling for a fake support service: verify official channels, avoid refund promises and protect your data.

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Personal Data Shared by Mistake

Personal Data Shared by Mistake

Personal data shared with a fake website or adviser: discover the mistakes to avoid in order to limit identity theft, hacking, bank fraud and targeted follow-ups.

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