If you receive an unexpected request relating to your personal information or your Fiducian account, follow these three steps.
STOP
Take a moment to think. Scammers use urgency or fear to pressure you into acting quickly without thinking.
- Be cautious of unexpected messages requesting financial information
- Avoid clicking links in unsolicited emails or SMS messages
- Never share passwords or security codes Legitimate organisations will always allow time for verification.
CHECK
Scammers pretend to be from organisations you know and trust. Always confirm the source. Use contact details from official websites. Don't click links, reply, or act on unsolicited emails, SMS, or phone calls.
- Contact the organisation using official contact details listed on their website
- Type the website address directly into your browser instead of clicking links
- Check current scam alerts through the Australian Government's scam awareness services Verifying information can prevent financial loss.
PROTECT
If a communication feels suspicious, end it immediately. Hang up, block the number and delete the message. Never share passwords, security codes, TFNs, bank accounts or other personal details.
- Hang up or stop responding
- Block suspicious numbers or email addresses
- Delete suspicious messages
- Report the incident to Fiducian so we can assist and help protect other clients
If an investment opportunity promises guaranteed or unusually high returns, it is likely to be a scam.