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Protect Yourself
They have my bank details: What should I do?
I've sent money: What should I do?
They came to my door or got to
me on the phone: What should I do?
They got to me through my computer: What should I do?
They got to me about my health: What should I do?
They have my identity information: What should I do?
To protect myself, I want to...
Know the scammer's secrets
Know what to do
Know the law
Know the scams
If it seems too good to be true, it probably is!
Scams which target New Zealand consumers are
growing every day. But, one premise that remains true for nearly all
scams is “If it seems too good to be true, it probably is!”
Scammers try to get their hook into you by making
promises that will never be delivered. There are some key telltale
signs that an offer could be a scam:
- Scams come out of the blue
- Scams sound like a quick and easy way to make
money
- Scams tell you there is almost no effort or
risk
- Scams ask you to give personal information such
as your banking details
- Scams sound just too good to be true.
General tips on how not to get scammed
- Don't get sucked in by the hype or the "requirement" to 'act
today' - take time to think about it and to check out the offer
and the company.
- Don't get sucked in by statements such as, "this scheme is
legal". Statements like this need to be read with care. You need
to ask yourself why such a statement is necessary.
- Don't believe claims that it is approved by the Ministry of
Consumer Affairs or Commerce Commission. Our agencies do not
approve or endorse schemes.
- Don't send money away - particularly to only a PO Box number
or overseas - until you have checked out the company
- Don't invest money without first seeking independent
professional advice.
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