Guides & Resources
Expert advice on blocking unwanted calls, reporting scams, and protecting yourself from phone fraud. Everything you need to stay safe.
Latest Guides
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.
Spoofed Bank Text Messages
Scam texts that appear in the same thread as genuine messages from your bank. How criminals spoof sender IDs, what these texts look like, and what to do if you get one.
HMRC Tax Refund Scams
Criminals send fake HMRC texts and emails promising a tax refund. They steal your bank details. How to tell a real refund notice from a scam and what to do.
Browse by Topic
More Guides
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.
HMRC Tax Scam Calls
How fraudsters pretend to be HMRC and threaten arrest over fake tax debts, or offer bogus refunds to steal your details. How to spot them and what to do.
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.
Still Getting Calls Despite TPS?
Why you might still receive calls after registering with TPS, and what you can do about overseas scammers ignoring the register.
Parcel & Delivery Scams
How criminals impersonate Royal Mail, DPD, and couriers to steal your money. Spot fake delivery calls and texts.
AI Voice Cloning Scams
How criminals use deepfake audio to impersonate family members. What to listen for and how to verify a caller's identity.
Report Nuisance Calls to Ofcom
How to report unwanted calls to Ofcom and what happens next. Plus 7726 spam text reporting.
How to Block Unwanted Calls
How to block spam on iPhone, Android and landlines. TPS registration, network tools and call blocking apps.
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.
Meet the Editors
Our expert team reviews every guide for accuracy and clarity.
Can't Find What You're Looking For?
Check our FAQ or get in touch - we're happy to help.