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Employees' Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) has issued a very serious warning to crores of PF account holders and members of the country. If you also use online services for PF work, then this news is very important for you. On August 9, EPFO ​​has warned people through social media that a fake link can wipe out your hard-earned money and all your personal information in a moment. Nowadays, fraudsters have become so clever that they are defrauding people by creating fake websites that look exactly like the real ones. In such a situation, even a little carelessness can prove costly. Let us know how this online fraud can be avoided.

This is how victims are made through fake websites and links

According to EPFO, cyber thugs create fake sites and links that look exactly like the official website. Their main objective is to mislead people and steal their confidential and personal information. There is a need to be especially cautious about such tempting or intimidating links received on SMS, email or social media platforms, which ask for your personal details, ATM PIN or OTP. Before clicking on any unknown link or entering any of your information, it is very important to thoroughly check the website address (URL) and its credibility.

From UAN to OTP, take special care of these things

EPFO has strictly advised all its members not to share sensitive things like their original UAN, PPO, password, PAN card, bank details or OTP on any other or unknown website other than the official portal. Before logging in anywhere, carefully check the URL in the address bar of the browser. If you notice any spelling mistake or a strange domain name, be alert immediately. Instead of accessing PF services by clicking on any unknown message or social media link, always visit the official EPFO ​​website by typing it in your browser.

EPFO never asks for personal information over phone or message.

Most importantly, EPFO ​​has clarified in very clear words that the organization never asks for OTP, password or any personal information from any of its members through phone call, SMS, WhatsApp, social media or email. If you also receive such a suspicious call or message, then be alert immediately. If any phishing or fraudulent attempt is noticed, it should be immediately reported to EPFO's official helpline or cyber security reporting channels. Always verify the source before giving any confidential information.