Beware of message that appears to come from Safeonweb

A message is currently circulating with 'Tijdelijke blokkade op uw eID' in the header.  The message misuses itsme's logo and the sender appears to be Safeonweb, but that is not correct.  The email address is spoofed.

If you go over the link in the message, you will see a suspicious domain appear there.  Under no circumstances click the link and delete the message. Always forward such suspicious messages to suspicious@safeonweb.be.

Don't fall into the trap!

Learn how to recognise fraudulent messages: Find out more at surfwithoutworries.safeonweb.be

What should you do?

• Don't click on the link in a suspect message and don't open any attachments.
• You can forward fraudulent e-mails to suspicious@safeonweb.be.
• You can also send suspicious text messages. To do this, simply take a screenshot and send it to suspicious@safeonweb.be.
•  The content of your report will then be processed automatically.

Have you clicked on a suspicious link?

• If you have, leave the fields blank and cancel all interaction.
• NEVER give out personal codes.
• If you have provided a password that you use elsewhere, change it immediately.
• If you have clicked on a link that opens a website where you have to submit your bank details, first check that it is actually your bank's website.  If you have the slightest doubt, do not make the payment.

Have you been scammed?

• If you have lost money or been the victim of extortion, we advise you to report it to the police. You can report it to the local police where you live.  
• Contact your bank and/or Card Stop on 078 170 170 if you have passed on banking information, if money disappears from your bank account or if you have transferred money to a fraudster. This way, any fraudulent transactions can be blocked.