Spot & Stop Common Digital Scams
Learn scam red flags, set one family rule, and save the helpline so you act fast when needed.
5–10 mins
Quarterly
Effort: Casual-
Ingredient: Safe Digital Access
Having reliable access to high-speed internet, secure digital platforms, data privacy, and adaptable tech tools
How
Know the red flags:
Links asking you to update KYC or verify account (usually fake banks never send these in SMS/WhatsApp).
QR codes claiming you’ll receive money (scanning actually authorizes a payment from your account).
Requests for OTP, PIN, or CVV.
Urgent threats like “account blocked.”
Screen-share requests for banking.
Set one family rule (write it):
“We never share OTP/PIN/CVV. We don’t click payment/KYC links from SMS/WhatsApp. No screen-share for banking.”
Pin it in the family group or stick it near the phone.
Save the helpline:
1930 (National Cybercrime Helpline) and cybercrime.gov.in. If money moves, call 1930 immediately, then inform your bank and file on the portal.
Easy Start
Read one scam red flag now: “Never click links in SMS or WhatsApp asking to update KYC.” Share this with one family member.
Why It Matters
Questions and Thoughts
- “Feels paranoid.” → Treat it like a seatbelt - low effort, high payoff.
- “Elders won’t remember.” → Print the rule and stick it near the phone; do a 1-minute drill next Sunday.
Care Notes
For banking tasks, avoid public Wi-Fi; sign out after.
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