Action Fraud
Action Fraud is the UK’s national reporting centre for fraud and cyber crime. Fraudulent attacks, even if unsuccessful, should be reported to Action Fraud.
Fraud Protection
Fraudsters are working as hard as you are. Our content can help you stay ahead of them.
Reporting fraud
Think you’ve fallen victim to fraud or a scam? Contact us right away.
Please call 0330 156 0155* to report concerns of fraud or scams.
Barclays will never send you an email requesting personal information or your bank security details. If you receive a suspicious email, please send it as an attachment to internetsecurity@barclays.co.uk and delete the email immediately.
What is fraud?
Fraud is a criminal act to deceive you and take your cash – it's a transaction that you didn't know about or authorise. For example, fraudsters may use your details to open accounts under your name or your business.
What is a scam?
A scam is where you’re tricked into making or authorising a payment to a criminal’s account. Scammers impersonate banks and official organisations using emails, phone calls and texts that look and sound genuine.
In the spotlight
Vishing and Smishing
What are vishing and smishing? These involve fraudsters making phone calls or sending texts to steal information. Find out how to spot them and protect your organisation.
Quarterly Fraud Webinar
Listen to our quarterly webinar to discover the latest insights into fraud and how you can protect yourself and your business.
Cyber Fraud Toolkit
What are the key cyber fraud threats your business may face today, and how can you mitigate those risks?
Follow our tips to stay one step ahead of the fraudsters.
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Latest fraud trends
Criminals are constantly adapting the methods they use to carry out fraud and scams. Stay up to date on the latest fraud trends, and the signs you should look out for.
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Common scams
Understanding the types of fraud and scams can help you stay one step ahead of cyber criminals. Find out how to spot them and what you can do to protect your business from falling victim.
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Tips and advice
Read our top tips and best practice on how to keep your organisation safe from cyber threats.
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Useful links
For further information, here are some other organisations who offer advice on guarding against the various threats to your business.
Dedicated Card and Payment Crime Unit
The Dedicated Card and Payment Crime Unit (DCPCU) delivers impactful and timely tips and awareness to reduce the prevalence of fraud and cyber crime.
Fraud Advisory Panel
We’ve partnered with the Fraud Advisory Panel (FAP) to launch the national campaign Love Business Hate Fraud to raise awareness of fraud and cyber crime against UK businesses.
National Cyber Security Centre
The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) provides cyber security tips and best practice to support the most critical organisations in the UK.
