Protect Yourself from Cold Call Scams – Don't Let Politeness Be Your Downfall!

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Brits Urged to Be Less Polite to Scammers

As online financial crime continues to rise, new data from Get Safe Online reveals that Brits are often too polite to scammers, making them more vulnerable. To tackle this issue, Get Safe Online has launched a campaign encouraging people to be more assertive with unexpected callers.er text.

Key Findings from the YouGov Omnibus Survey:

Common Experience: Over 93% of Brits have received calls from unknown numbers, yet many continue conversations out of politeness.

Politeness Equals Risk: Nearly 10% of people wait for a pause to end unwanted calls, while 4.7% chat with the caller as if it were a normal conversation.

Why We Stay Polite: 22% believe it’s simply the polite thing to do, while others don’t want to interrupt the caller.

Call to Action: Toughen Up Against Scammers

Get Safe Online urges the public to rethink their approach to unsolicited calls. It's time to stop being overly polite and prioritize personal safety. If you receive a call from an unknown number or one you weren't expecting, remember these simple steps:

1.           Be Direct: Politely but firmly say, "I'm not interested, thank you."

2.           Hang Up Immediately: Do not wait for a pause or continue the conversation.

3.           Stay Alert: Always be cautious with calls from unknown numbers and avoid sharing personal information.

Stay Safe, Stay Informed, Stay Protected!

To read about the Nationwide Poll Article and for more details on how to stay protected click here