Microsoft Phonecalls

I would just like to remind you all that Microsoft never EVER phone their customers direct…

If you have received a telephone call telling you there is something wrong with your computer, and the caller tells you they are from Microsoft or Windows and need to log on to your computer now to fix the problem…

STOP!...If you allow them to log on, they will either put a pop up onto your computer and ask you to pay for its removal or put a programme into your hard drive so that every time you switch your computer on they have access to any information you have stored or see what websites you are visiting.  

The best way to deal with these scammers is to tell them you have no computer and put the phone down, then report the call to Consumer Direct on 08454 040506 or Action Fraud on 03001232040 both these companies are recording these crimes.

If you are receiving a vast number of these calls, please contact your telephone provider to see if they are able to help you.

If you have received any other emails or calls about Santander, or any other bank, please also report to the above mentioned numbers.