how to avoid scammers

HOW TO AVOID SCAMMERS

DETECT A SCAMMER

What they do

If someone you don't know is asking to access any of your devices and wants you to download specific software: Be careful! You're at risk of becoming a victim of a remote access scam.

Usually, these criminals will call and report a computer or internet problem they have detected and offer help. They will probably say they work for a widely-known company such as Microsoft or even your bank.

Never trust a call you weren't expecting!

Don't trust the “help” offered that you did not request!

No bank or company will ask you over the phone to download software!

What you can do

Scammers are basically after your money.

If someone who is remotely connected to your device is asking you to login to your bank account or to show any personal passwords, they are most likely a scammer. Don't follow their instructions! Even if they say you need to pay them because they alleged to have solved a problem you were having, don't trust them. You didn't ask for their “help.”

If you feel uncomfortable or insecure:

Stop any phone call just by hanging up!

End any remote session by simply turning off your device!

What to do when scammed

Report the scam to your account providers (i.e. bank, credit card institution, online paying systems)

Change any passwords to accounts that may have been compromised

Have your device checked by an IT-specialist

Report the scam to your local authorities

CREDITS TO : Anydesk