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Staying Safe From Scams .

• Malware Scam
  There are scams that persuade you to open e-mail attachments. The problem is that the attachment contains a virus that infects your computer and can lead to identity theft.
• 070 Scam
  A new variant on the lottery scam tries to establish trust by having an 070 number you can call. But beware, you can still lose the money in your bank account.
• Bank Charge Scam
  You might well have paid excessive charges to your bank. The good news is that you can claim the money back - and even take them to court.
• Credit Repair Scam
  Credit repair scam, how it works, how to identify a credit repair scam and steps to take to repair your credit rating
• Counterfeit Software
  Counterfeit software, how it works, what it means, how to identify counterfeit software and how to avoid beng scammed
• Stolen Identity: What To Do
  Identity theft can wreak havoc on your personal finances and working your way through the tangles that follows identity theft isn't easy, taking up to 300 hours of work to clear your name. These tips can help make the process quicker and less stressful.
• Click Fraud
  Pay per click advertising is the most prevalent form of advertising on the Internet. But it's subject to a lot of fraud. We show you how to avoid being a victim.
• Mobile Phone Scams
  Mobile phones are open to a number of scams. We explain them and show you how to avoid them.
• Phishing
  Have you ever received an e-mail from company that began, 'We suspect an unauthorized transaction on your account' or 'During our regular verification of accounts, we couldn't verify your information'? If so, you've been a target of the scam called 'phishing'
• Online Pharmacies
  Anyone with an e-mail account has probably had many spam offerings trying to sell them Viagra or other drugs at cheap prices. Although not always a proper scam - most sites do deliver a product - it can be dangerous.
• EBay Escrow Scams
  The use of escrow has become more common for high-ticket items on EBay. It acts as a safeguard for both buyer and seller. But, inevitably, with the rise of escrow as a service, there have been a number of EBay escrow scams.
• Spyware
  Spyware has become one of the most pervasive Internet threats today. Without your knowledge it can not only ruin your computer, but also your life.
• Congestion Charge Scam
  As technology improves so do the innovative ways that scammers use to get money out of unsuspecting people who are using that technology. Transport for London, the office that deals with the London congestion charge is at the centre of the latest email scam.
• Insurance Payout Scams
  We all believe insurance will cover us in the event of a problem. But health insurers reject one in five claims.
• Fake Lottery Scam
  The fake lottery scam has been around a long time, but lately it's developed a new wrinkle. We show you how to avoid being a victim.
• Matrix Scam
  The matrix scheme is a relatively new scam. This variant on the pyramid scheme makes money for the scammers only.
• Offshore Investment Scam
  Offshore investments used to be the province of the rich. These days, sadly, they're often the lair of the scam artist, eager to take your hard-earned savings.
• Prime Bank Guarantee Scam
  The prime bank guarantee scam is a complex financial web that makes people think they'll make a lot of money. In fact people stand to lose thousands.
• Holiday Club Scam
  Holiday club scams have been proliferating and ripping off the public. We show you how to avoid them.
• Property Scam
  Some people make millions out of property - why shouldn't you be one of them? But all too often, those property courses are nothing more than a scam.
• Psychic Scam
  People consult psychics regularly. But many people are also scammed by them. We help you keep your money.
• Charity Donation Scams
  Charities do wonderful work, but the scammers try and exploit those who want to give. We help you make sure your donations go to the right place.
• Credit Card Cramming
  Credit card cramming is an insidious, niggling fraud. But it often goes undetected and makes millions for crooks.
• Ponzi Scheme
  The Ponzi scheme has been around a long time, but it's still working. We show you how to avoid being a victim
• Charity Scams: Household Collections
  Many people each year are duped by fake charity collections. We show you how to avoid the crooks and make sure your donations really go to a good cause.
• Slimming Products Scams
  The slimming aid market is worth billions annually. But it's also full of scammers promising the moon. We show you how to avoid them on the road to a lighter you.
• Baby Boomer and Pensioner Scams
  Baby boomers and seniors can easily be the victims of financial scams as they seek to invest for retirement.
• Scams And Seniors
  Seniors are prime targets for scammers. These are some of their main tricks - and how to avoid them.
• Builder's Scams
  Every year there are over 100,000 complaints about cowboy builders in the U.K. We give you tips to stop you being one of their victims.