We're here to help you protect yourself from fraud – providing advice on the steps you can take to Stop, Challenge and Protect when faced with requests for your money or information.
Scam warning: Criminals may try to impersonate Take Five. Take Five does not endorse any products or services. We will never text or call you and ask you to share your information or transfer money.
Take a moment to stop and think before parting with your money or information. It could keep you safe.
Scam warning: Criminals may try to impersonate Take Five. Take Five does not endorse any products or services. We will never text or call you and ask you to share your information or transfer money.
Ask yourself, could it be fake? It's ok to reject, refuse or ignore any requests. Only criminals will try to rush or panic you.
Scam warning: Criminals may try to impersonate Take Five. Take Five does not endorse any products or services. We will never text or call you and ask you to share your information or transfer money.
Contact your bank immediately if you think you've been scammed and report it to Action Fraud at actionfraud.police.uk or 0300 123 2040.
Scam warning: Criminals may try to impersonate Take Five. Take Five does not endorse any products or services. We will never text or call you and ask you to share your information or transfer money.
22-28 November 2025
Scams can happen to anyone, but you can protect yourself. We’re proud to be partnering with the BBC for this year’s BBC Scam Safe week to help you spot the signs and stay secure.
From dodgy texts to fake Black Friday deals, you can learn simple steps to keep your money and personal details safe. You can find out more by exploring our site or visiting the BBC’s Scam Safe week page.
Scam warning: Criminals may try to impersonate Take Five. Take Five does not endorse any products or services. We will never text or call you and ask you to share your information or transfer money.
