Emma C.
Digital Safety Editor
Cybersecurity Specialist
About Emma C.
Emma is a digital safety expert focused on social engineering and phone-based fraud. She analyses scam report submissions to identify new fraud tactics and updates our scam guides with real-world examples. Emma follows threat intelligence from the National Cyber Security Centre, Action Fraud, and banking industry reports to ensure our scam identification advice helps readers stay protected.
As part of the CallerCheck editorial team, Emma ensures that all content meets our rigorous standards for accuracy and helpfulness. Every guide is reviewed against official sources including Ofcom guidelines, Action Fraud advisories, and industry best practices.
Editorial Standards
- All content fact-checked against official UK sources
- Regular updates to reflect emerging scam tactics
- Community-driven insights from verified reports
Expertise Areas
Guides by Emma C.
Browse all guidesNational Insurance Number Scam Calls
Automated calls claiming your National Insurance number has been compromised are a scam. How these calls work, what the criminals want, and what to do if you get one.
Amazon Scam Calls and Texts
Fake calls and texts pretending to be from Amazon about orders, Prime renewals, and account problems. How to tell the difference and what to do.
Royal Mail Text Scams
Scam texts pretending to be from Royal Mail ask you to pay fees or click dodgy links. How to tell a genuine missed delivery notice from a fraud and what to do next.
Bank Impersonation Calls
How fraudsters pose as your bank's fraud team, spoof their number, and trick you into moving money. What to look out for and what to do.
Top UK Phone Scams in 2026
HMRC, bank, tech support and investment scams currently hitting the UK. What they sound like and how to spot them.
How We Review Our Content
Our editorial team reviews all content for accuracy, clarity, and helpfulness. Every guide is fact-checked against official sources including Ofcom, Action Fraud, and the Information Commissioner's Office.