Scam or Reliable - All anti-fraud articles

Buying or selling a property often involves fast-paced email exchanges, sensitive documents, and large bank transfers. Scammers know this: they try to slip into the conversation by posing as a professional (notary, estate agent, solicitor/attorney, developer) to get you to pay into a fraudulent bank account. The trap is particularly dangerous because it looks like […]

Fake investment platforms are among the most destructive online scams for individuals. They promise quick profits through cryptocurrencies, automated trading, or a supposedly revolutionary artificial intelligence. Behind professional-looking interfaces and highly technical discourse, these websites have only one goal: to push victims to deposit ever more money, without ever allowing any real withdrawal. This type […]

An urgent email from your bank announces the imminent suspension of your account. A text message from the NHS (UK) or a health insurance provider (US) promises you an unexpected refund. These communications, which look official, are often sophisticated fraud attempts aimed at stealing your personal information or money. Known as phishing by email or […]

Fake puppy and fake breeder scams have seen an alarming surge in recent years. Scammers create fake ads for dogs or cats for sale, use photos stolen from legitimate breeders or shelters, and entice buyers with attractive prices. Driven by emotion and the desire to welcome a pet into their home, many victims agree to […]

An urgent text message informs you of a late payment for a parking ticket. A solemn-toned email, bearing the logo of the Ministry of Justice (UK) or the Department of Justice (US), summons you to respond to a subpoena for a serious matter. These messages, designed to provoke a panicked reaction, are the new weapons […]

Parcel scams have become one of the most widespread traps on the internet, especially before the holiday season when everyone is expecting multiple deliveries. Scammers take advantage of this situation by sending fake text messages or emails in the name of well-known couriers (such as Royal Mail, Evri, USPS, FedEx, DPD, DHL, UPS, etc.) to […]

Online romance scams have been rising sharply in recent years and now affect all ages and all platforms. They follow a well-established pattern: the scammer creates an appealing fake profile, claims to hold a prestigious role (soldier on deployment, humanitarian doctor, engineer abroad…), then gradually gains the victim’s trust before requesting financial help. The scam […]

In the digital age, job hunting has never been easier. With just a few clicks, anyone can apply for dozens of offers on LinkedIn, Indeed, or Facebook. But behind this apparent simplicity lies a growing threat: fake job offers. These scams, increasingly sophisticated, aim to steal money, collect personal data, or commit identity theft. This […]

Energy is expensive, bills keep rising, and incentives to improve home efficiency are everywhere. Insulation, heat pumps, solar panels, eco-friendly boilers — energy renovation offers are multiplying, often supported by public aid such as the UK’s Green Homes Grant, the ECO4 scheme, or regional subsidies. But behind this booming market lurk countless fraudsters exploiting homeowners’ […]

A new kind of scam has been spreading fast in recent years: fake local shops. They appear on Google Maps, Facebook Marketplace or Instagram, pretending to be genuine neighbourhood stores. They list an address, opening hours, a phone number, and even attractive photos of a “real” shop. Yet, these businesses don’t exist. Their only goal […]