Protect yourself and your loved ones with these essential fraud prevention tips.
Do not share your ID, bank account numbers, passwords, or OTPs with anyone online or over the phone, even if they claim to be from your bank or a government agency.
Always verify the identity of anyone asking for money or sensitive information. Call official numbers listed on official websites — not numbers provided in suspicious messages.
If an offer sounds too good to be true — guaranteed returns, lottery wins, or emergency requests — it almost certainly is. Scammers rely on urgency and excitement to bypass your judgment.
Pay with credit cards or verified payment platforms that offer buyer protection. Avoid wire transfers, gift cards, or cryptocurrency payments to unknown parties.
Phishing sites often use URLs that look similar to legitimate ones (e.g., paypa1.com). Always double-check the address bar before entering any credentials.
Add an extra layer of security to all your accounts by enabling 2FA. This prevents fraudsters from accessing your account even if they have your password.
If you encounter a scammer, report them on BustFraud to warn others. Your report could prevent someone else from becoming a victim.