Consumers
Scams & alerts
Current scam warnings, fraud advisories and practical steps to protect yourself and your money.
Think you have been targeted?
Contact your financial institution immediately, then report the matter to the OFC. You can report anonymously if you prefer.
Active scam alerts are published here as they are issued. Fraudsters frequently impersonate banks, regulators and government agencies by email, SMS and telephone.
Never share one-time codes
No legitimate institution or regulator will ask for your PIN, password or one-time passcode.
Verify before you pay
Confirm payment instructions using a phone number you already hold, not one supplied in the message.
Report quickly
Reporting early improves the chance of recovering funds and helps warn others.