How safe do you feel on the internet? No doubt your response will vary depending on whether you have ever been scammed. Whilst most of us know the basics for being safe online, you’d be surprised how many savvy people find themselves being duped.
The internet is a veritable playground for dodgy dealers and con artists and you need to keep your wits about you to stay one step ahead of the rogues. Yet times are changing, and the types of sham and deception that are swarming the net are no longer limited to trying to defraud individuals of their personal data and money.
In the age of fake news, it can be difficult to differentiate between trustworthy and authoritative sources and those which have a cleverly hidden agenda. It is becoming harder to identify the line between what is real and what is at best rumour and at worst blatant deceit.
Purportal has been created to help protect you from hoaxes and scams that occur online. You’ll find general advice about staying safe on the internet. There will also be reports on any current fraudulent schemes that are rearing their head to help keep you one step ahead. You will learn about commonly found deceptions as well as the less well-known types of scam.
And what happens if you have been scammed? Sometimes, no matter how careful you have been, there is always the chance that something will slip through the net and catch you out. This site will fill you in on what you should do when you identify a scam, or if you have been unfortunate enough to fall victim to fraud.
Knowledge is power, so check this site regularly for indispensable help, advice and tips to keep you safe online, that you simply cannot afford to miss.
