Free smartphone, coffee machine or laptop? Fake promotions are resurfacing

There are many false win actions circulating again. In recent weeks, the Internet has been flooded by false messages and misleading promotions. You have a chance to win a new smartphone, or you can score free tickets... Of course, it's always nice to get something for free just before your holiday, but think twice before giving away your details.

Here are some recent examples:

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.