Fraud
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Monzo called asking me to move my money into a safe account. Should I?
Definitely not! We’ve seen an increase in fraudsters claiming to be from Monzo trying to trick people into sending them money by bank transfer. Here’s how to protect yourself.
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My bank says I need to move my money into a 'safe account' – should I?
No – this is a kind of fraud where someone tricks you into sending them money, usually by pretending to be from a company you trust.
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How to protect yourself against APP fraud
Authorised push payment (APP) fraud is where someone tricks you into sending them money from your bank account. Here are some tips how to avoid being a victim.