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Protect yourself from financial scams
19 November 2024
Last year the Student Loans Company stopped a total of £2.9m being paid to fraudsters. Make sure you know how to stay safe from scammers.
The Students Loan Company will never contact students via WhatsApp or social media platforms (Instagram, X etc.)
If changes are made to your account the Students Loan Company will text you.
Make sure you stay safe from financial scammers by:
- Keeping your password(s) secure and unique.
- Using two-factor verification systems where possible.
- Challenging the authenticity of callers or email senders.
- Questioning the security of links sent via text or email. If in doubt, go to the providers website.
- Checking the sender’s email or telephone number for inconsistencies.
- Checking for spelling and grammar mistakes in communications.
Never
- Share your password, pin or verifications codes under any circumstances.
- Worry about time-sensitive requests.
- Respond to messages asking for personal or financial details
