{"id":1402,"date":"2023-03-01T11:17:59","date_gmt":"2023-03-01T11:17:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.theukrules.co.uk\/?page_id=1402"},"modified":"2023-09-27T07:20:27","modified_gmt":"2023-09-27T07:20:27","slug":"reporting-suspicious-internet-activity","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.theukrules.co.uk\/rules\/media\/reporting-suspicious-internet-activity\/","title":{"rendered":"Reporting Suspicious Internet Activity and Phishing Emails"},"content":{"rendered":"
Internet SCAMS<\/strong>: Digital communication is safer when you understand how Internet rackets work<\/a>.<\/p>\n Website fraud and misleading websites can be annoying and risky business for the unwary.<\/p>\n Learn how to avoid and outline Internet scams or phishing emails.<\/p>\n You should always report any misleading or dubious Internet activity. That includes emails, websites, phone calls, text messages, and numbers.<\/p>\n Legitimate companies rarely ask for private information by email or phone. Never offer your bank details or personal passwords on a public Internet system. Download attachments, click web links, and reply to text messages only if you are sure they are genuine.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Misleading website names or phone numbers need careful scrutiny. They may mislead you with their association to an official government website or service.<\/p>\n Some sites and phone numbers intentionally deceive you into a risky ‘click through’. Often they claim to provide more help than they do in reality.<\/p>\n One of the dangers with misleading websites is paying for services that would usually be free. Deception and confusion are their strengths. It is always worth checking to see whether you can get the service or product cheaper or free elsewhere.<\/p>\n For Example<\/strong>: Many services are free on the official government website GOV.UK (e.g. renewing a passport<\/a>). You can also report a misleading website or distrustful phone number to:<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Phishing is a fraudulent act. Emailing people to get their personal or financial information are phishing activities. The wrongdoers are looking to obtain passwords, credit card info, or bank account details.<\/p>\n Note<\/strong>: Phishing emails often contain a hyperlink to a bogus website. You are usually encouraged to enter sensitive or private information if you click the web link.<\/p>\n HMRC is Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs. It is a fact that HMRC never use emails or text messaging<\/strong> to:<\/p>\n HM Revenue and Customs has a guide with details on recognizing Phishing and scams<\/a>. Find out how HMRC keeps your private information safe online. You should forward any suspicious emails to [phishing@hmrc.gov.uk]. You can also forward suspicious text messages to 60599.<\/p>\n Note<\/strong>: Your text message will be charged at your network rate<\/a>.<\/p>\n Be cautious about giving any private information in replies to suspicious email or text. Sensitive information includes you name and address, security password<\/a>, or HMRC User ID. Send brief details to HMRC of what you disclosed. Do not give your personal details in the email to HM Revenue and Customs.<\/p>\n Contact HMRC at [security.custcon@hmrc.gov.uk].<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n
\nHow to Deal with Misleading Websites (phone numbers)<\/h2>\n
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\nHMRC Phishing Emails, Tax Scams, Text Messages<\/h2>\n
What is Phishing?<\/h3>\n
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Reporting Disclosure of Personal Details (HMRC)<\/h6>\n<\/p>\n
\nCoronavirus Pandemic Scams<\/h4>\n