Fraud is big business
Don't be its partner in crime - learn how to avoid scams and protect yourself. If you think you've been scammed, contact us immediately.
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How we protect you
We’re serious about protecting you and your money. That’s why we’ve invested £100 million in technology to protect you from fraud.*
Lloyds’ DarkHorse Anti-fraud technology combines intelligent monitoring and real-time alerts to keep you safe from fraud, checking over 1 billion transactions every month.
*Based on Lloyds Banking Group investment in fraud detection and protection for customers of our family of brands between 2023 and 2025.
Common scams you need to avoid
Other scams to watch out for
Investment scams
Do you know how to spot a fake financial company or adviser?
Advance fee scams
Never pay upfront for goods or services, unless you’ve made sure that it’s genuine.
Doorstep scams
Be careful of strangers on your doorstep and know what to look out for.
Ticket scams
Avoid the disappointment of fake tickets and protect your money.
Passcode scams
Only fraudsters would call to ask you for a passcode.
Pension scams
Fraudsters can pretend to be someone you trust to target your pension.
Romance scams
Fraudsters create fake dating profiles to steal your money.
Student scams
Fraudsters and criminals often target students and young people.
Invoice scams
Fraudsters can send fake invoices to steal your money.
How to protect yourself from fraud
Protect your devices
We explain why you need to keep your devices safe and how to do it.
Protect your passwords
Fraudsters may try to guess your passwords to get into your online accounts.
Protect your identity
If a fraudster steals your personal and banking details, they can use your identity.
Card safety
Do you know how to protect your bank card when using it online or out and about?
Authorised Push Payment scams
We can help you keep your money safe from fraudsters.
Stay safe from scams
Nobody is immune from fraud. Learn how to protect yourself from fraudsters by staying vigilant and taking a moment to stop and think. Are you at risk?
Further support and how to report fraud
Report Fraud
Contact Report Fraud to report a crime or to get general advice.
Register with CIFAS
CIFAS can prevent fraudsters from using your name to apply for products or services.
Have you been scammed?
Contact us right away if you think you've been scammed. We can then guide you on what to do next.
