The Pressure Play: How Scammers Use Urgency to Hook You (Scam Alert Ireland) 🚨 In the world of online fraud, tactics are constantly evolving, but one trick remains a timeless favorite for scammers: creating a sense of extreme urgency. They thrive on putting you under pressure, hoping you’ll act quickly without thinking, checking, or verifying. […]
📞 Top 5 Scam Call Tactics Targeting Irish Bank Customers in 2025 Scam calls are evolving—and in 2025, Irish bank customers are seeing increasingly sophisticated tactics designed to steal their money, data, or access to accounts. With scammers using spoofed numbers, real-time voice AI, and messages that mimic genuine banking communications, it’s more important than […]
🔎 Is This Page a Scam? Wondering if a website or online offer is a scam? You’re not alone. Every week, thousands of people across Ireland are tricked by fake websites, phishing pages, or fraudulent sellers. ScamAlert.ie is here to help you investigate suspicious links and pages. 🚩 Common Warning Signs of Scam Websites: Too-good-to-be-true […]
🚨 Beware of Phishing Emails! Scammers are sending fake emails that look like they’re from trusted sources — banks, delivery companies, government bodies, or online shops. These emails are designed to trick you into clicking malicious links or handing over personal info like passwords, card details, or even your PPS number. 🔍 How to Spot […]
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🛡️ Online safety checklist for users to prevent scams Updated: Jun 25 Use this detailed online safety checklist to protect your personal data, secure your accounts, and avoid scams. With cyber threats on the rise in Ireland and globally, it’s more important than ever to be proactive about your digital safety. Why an Online Safety […]
🎭 Common Scam Tactics Jun 29 Learn how scammers trick users by exploiting trust, urgency, or fear. Below are some of the most common tactics with real-world examples to help you stay alert. 1. Phishing Emails You receive an email claiming to be from your bank or a delivery service. It asks you to click […]
📝 How to Report a Scam Jul 1 Step-by-step guide to submitting scam reports. Whether it’s an online fraud, phone scam, or phishing email, here’s how to take action effectively: 1. Gather Details Collect all relevant information: emails, phone numbers, screenshots, payment receipts, or links involved in the scam. 2. Choose the Right Authority Depending […]