Protect yourself from online fraud and financial scams.
Common Scams in Bangladesh
Fake Job Offers — promises of high-paying jobs abroad requiring upfront fees
Lottery Scams — messages claiming you have won a prize and must pay to claim it
Phishing — fake bank or bKash/Nagad pages designed to steal your login
Romance Scams — fake relationships built to eventually request money
Investment Fraud — too-good-to-be-true crypto or MLM schemes
How to Protect Yourself
Never send money to someone you have not met in person
Verify job offers through official company websites
Never share your OTP, PIN, or password with anyone
Call your bank directly if you receive suspicious messages
Check sender email addresses carefully for typos
Been Scammed?
Report it immediately to Bangladesh Police Cyber Support for Women (BPCSW) or the National Emergency Service at 999. You can also contact NIRA Foundation for guidance.