Stay alert. Trust your instincts. #SPOTTHESCAM

Scammers are getting smarter, but knowing what to look out for can help you pause, verify and protect yourself before it is too late.

Fraud does not always look suspicious at first. It can start with an email carrying a familiar logo, a phone call that appears to come from a trusted company, an SMS asking you to act quickly, or even a social media profile that looks real.

As fraudsters find new ways to mislead people, staying informed is one of the most practical ways to protect your personal information, your money and your financial future.

That is why Old Mutual is launching #SPOTTHESCAM, a fraud awareness initiative designed to help you recognise the warning signs, protect yourself and know what to do when something does not seem right.

How to spot a scam before it catches you off guard

Over the coming weeks, #SPOTTHESCAM will share practical tips to help you recognise suspicious behaviour and respond with confidence. The guidance will help you:

• Protect your personal and financial information.
• Think carefully before giving consent, clicking on links or sharing details.
• Spot unusual requests, pressure tactics and messages that create a false sense of urgency.
• Take the right action when you suspect something is wrong.

A simple rule to remember: pause, verify, report

Pause. If a message, call or offer feels rushed, unusual or too good to be true, take a moment before acting.

Verify. If you are unsure who you are dealing with, confirm that the communication is genuine through an official Old Mutual channel.

Report. If something does not seem right, report it so that the suspicious activity can be checked.

Stay alert and help others do the same

Fraudsters are always looking for new ways to catch people off guard. By learning how to spot the signs, you can help protect yourself, your family and those around you. Look out for #SPOTTHESCAM communications over the coming weeks for simple, practical advice to help you stay one step ahead.

Suspected scams using the Old Mutual name can be reported through the contact details on the official Old Mutual website or by emailing CyberFraudWatch@oldmutual.com.