
Scam alerts - Australian Taxation Office
Find information and examples on the latest tax and super-related ATO impersonation scams. myGovID has a new name and look – but how you use it is the same. Find out more at www.myID.gov.au/DiscovermyID. Be wary of emails, phone calls and text messages claiming to be from the ATO.
Verify or report a scam | Australian Taxation Office
2024年7月17日 · Scams trick you into paying money or giving out your personal information. Scammers often pretend to be from trusted organisations like the ATO. We will sometimes contact you by phone, email, SMS and post. If you're not sure whether it's really us, do not reply. You should phone us on 1800 008 540 to check.
Check before you act: ATO impersonation scams
2025年2月5日 · ATO impersonation scams have become sophisticated, making it crucial to stay vigilant. One of the most effective ways to keep yourself and your clients safe is to stop, check and protect. Scammers often create a sense of urgency, hoping you'll act without thinking.
Tax return scams involving myGov are on the rise — here's what the ATO …
2023年9月11日 · More than 4,600 ATO impersonation scams were flagged in July and August, compared to 2,588 reports in the same period last year. ATO assistant commissioner Tim Loh said the real number was likely ...
ATO and myGov Scams on the Rise: 5 Scam Examples - holmans
2024年7月30日 · ATO tax scams have soared in recent years, targeting hard-working Australians via emails, phone calls and SMS. Here’s how to spot ATO refund scams and what you need to do if you think you might have fallen victim to scammers.
ATO scam warning: Fake social media scam targeting …
An “insidious” new social media scam is targeting unsuspecting victims through fake accounts impersonating the tax office. Scammers pose as an Australian Taxation Office profile to dupe people into sending their personal details, which can …
ATO Unveils Real-Time Fraud Detection to Combat $557 Million Tax Scam …
2025年2月18日 · The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) is stepping up its fight against a rising wave of tax fraud, unveiling plans to implement real-time fraud detection technology. The initiative aims to tackle an alarming trend where fraudsters exploit digital loopholes to steal tax refunds, siphoning more than $557 million from unsuspecting Aussies.
ATO issues urgent warning over scam phone calls and fake emails
2019年10月31日 · If you're unsure - don't reply. Call the ATO scam line on 1800 008 540. Know legitimate ways to make payments - check ato.gov.au/howtopay; Talk to family and friends - if you hear of a scam, call the ATO. Send suspicious emails to [email protected]; Check for latest scam alerts at ato.gov.au/scams
Beware of ATO and myID Impersonation Scams
As of November 2024, there has been a surge in scams impersonating the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) and exploiting the recent transition from myGovID to myID. These fraudulent activities aim to steal personal information and can lead to significant financial loss.
ATO Tax Refund Text Scam: What You Need to Know
2024年12月18日 · Myantispyware wants to warn you about a scam targeting people with fake text messages pretending to be from the ATO (Australian Taxation Office). This scam sends a text saying you have a new notification about your 2024 tax …