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It is important for New Zealand consumers who are conducting more of their business transactions online to have up-to-date information on online fraud and steps that can be taken to guard against such cybercrime.

The most important advice is simply to trust your common sense – that gut feeling we get that warns us about possible danger.  So if an internet deal looks too good to be true, it probably is.  If it looks too easy to make money, it’s probably a scam.   If it seems an incredible bargain, it’s probably a rip-off.

Take a look through this section to learn more about scams, advertising gimmicks, identity theft and what you can do to keep yourself safer when conducting transactions online.

If you have any questions, the NetSafe team are here to help. You can contact us on 0508 NETSAFE (0508 638723) or by emailing queries@netsafe.org.nz

Scams
Scams have been around longer than the internet, now they can be online as well as offline.Click here to read about some of the different types of scams and how to avoid them.

What can I do if I have been scammed?
If you've been scammed, there are people who may be able to help you. Click here for more information.

Advertising gimmicks
Phishing emails which try to sell products, or harvest your details are becoming more and more common. Click here for more information...

Identity theft
The internet has made accessing and using other people's information easier than ever. Click here to read more about identity theft.

Safe online transactions
Using the internet for shopping, banking and other online transactions can make life so much easier.  Find out what you can do to make sure your transactions online are as safe as possible. Click here for more information.