
With the rise in technological advancements and digitalisation, financial services have become more handy and easy for people from various economic backgrounds. Digitalisation in the financial world has drastically changed how we carry out our financial transactions, apply for loans, get financial advice, and much more. It has made human life more accessible and comfortable in a fast, fast-moving world.
On the other hand, with the goodness of digitalisation, fraudsters have also found digital ways to scam people financially. Loan scams are the most common scams that are happening around the world every day. We often come across messages, mail, and calls promising us easy money in the name of instant personal loans.
Therefore, in this blog, we are going to see what you can do when you have been scammed online.
First Thing First - Do Not Panic!
When you realise that you have been scammed, take a moment to relax. A single bad moment can affect the upcoming moments of the day. Hence, it is wise not to panic in the moment.
Take Immediate Actions
If you have experienced online loan fraud, the basic steps you must take to prevent further damage and protect your personal and financial information, These are the further immediate steps you must take:
- If you have shared any financial information and have made transactions, inform your bank or credit card company right away. They will help you freeze your financial accounts which can prevent unauthorised transactions.
- Stop Communicating with the scammer.
- Ensure you change your password and PINs to protect your personal information.
- Report this scam to the local police, Toronto Police Service, Canadian Centre of Cyber Security or Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre.
Document Everything
Once you realise it was fraudulent activity, ensure to gather all the necessary evidence against the fraud. These little hints can help you the authorized people to reach the fraud quickly.Collect the data as mentioned below: - Screenshots of conversations
- Emails or text messages
- Transaction details
- The web address where you made transactions
- Any other relevant information you find necessary to collect
Protect Your Identity
If you've shared personal information:
- Place a fraud alert on your credit reports
- Consider freezing your credit cards and bank accounts
- Monitor your credit reports regularly for any suspicious activity
Conclusion
We all know that scams and fraudulent experiences can be a little traumatizing. But, it is not a dead end to your financial journey. During this rough patch, having a leap of faith and a learning mindset, you can protect yourself further and help yourself recover financially.
Precaution is always better than the cure! In the same way, advanced learning and keeping yourself updated against such activities can protect you from financial loss and help you sense these malicious activities from miles away. Use your experience to educate yourself and your family and avoid them.
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