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Scam safety · Ireland

Spot suspicious calls, texts and online requests

A calm anti-scam checklist for older internet users in Ireland.

Learn the warning signs before clicking a link or sharing personal information.

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Spot suspicious calls, texts and online requests
1

Pause first

Read the message without clicking

2

Use official numbers

Check the sender and spelling

3

Never share codes

Find the organisation independently

4

Report concerns

Contact your bank quickly if money moved

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Pause, check, protect

A safe response is usually slow: pause, call the organisation through a number you find yourself, and speak with someone you trust before sending money.

  1. Read the message without clicking
  2. Check the sender and spelling
  3. Find the organisation independently
  4. Contact your bank quickly if money moved