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What to do if you were scammed in United Kingdom

Report fraud through Action Fraud and follow NCSC guidance for phishing. Always verify URLs yourself.

Immediate actions

  • Contact your bank or payment provider immediately if money was sent or card details were shared.
  • Block or freeze your card if payment details may have been compromised.
  • Change passwords on accounts that may be affected—start with email and banking.
  • Enable two-factor authentication on important accounts.
  • Save screenshots, emails, URLs, order confirmations, and payment proof before pages disappear.
  • Your bank

    Contact your bank via the official app or website—never use phone numbers from unsolicited messages.

    Open your bank's official app or website

Common scam types in United Kingdom

  • Fake webshops and copycat stores
  • Delivery SMS and parcel phishing
  • Marketplace payment scams
  • Crypto and investment scams
  • Bank phishing and impersonation
  • Fake customer support
  • HMRC tax refund scams
  • Royal Mail delivery fee texts

Check a website before you pay

Paste a shop or payment link into Fraudly's free checker—get trust signals before you share card details or log in.

Check a website before you pay

Frequently asked questions

What is Action Fraud?
The UK national reporting centre for fraud and cybercrime. You receive a crime reference number.
Does Fraudly report scams for me?
No. Use the official organisations linked on this page.

Fraudly is not a law enforcement agency. We provide informational guidance and links to official reporting organisations.

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