Spotting scam calls
Phone scammers pose as employees of your bank, the police or Microsoft and can even show a Finnish number. The call is often professional and pushy. This guide helps you see through the trick and do the right thing.
You will need
- A phone
- Your bank’s real customer service number saved
- The number of someone close you can ask for advice
Steps
Be suspicious
The caller’s number and name can be faked. Do not trust a call just because your screen shows the bank’s or police’s number.
Recognise the script
Never give your credentials
Do not install anything
Hang up
Call back through official channels
Act if you gave out details
Tell others
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