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Unusual Requests for Payment Methods Are a Warning Sign
News, Tips and General Safety Advice.
Red Flags
Unusual Requests for Payment Methods Are a Warning Sign
Common Suspicious Payment Requests
- Gift cards
- Cryptocurrency
- Bank transfers to new accounts
- Payment apps to unknown recipients
Why This Is a Red Flag
These methods are often:
- Difficult to trace
- Irreversible
- Favoured by scammers
Legitimate organisations typically use secure and standard payment methods.
What to Watch For
- Requests to change payment details
- Pressure to use a specific method
- Instructions that seem unusual
What to Do
- Pause immediately
- Do not send any money
- Verify the request independently
Stay Protected
If the payment method feels unusual, it is a strong sign that something is not right.
Donna Stevenson Senior Analyst
Donna Stevenson is a Senior Analyst at Prevento, specialising in the identification and assessment of fraudulent communications and impersonation tactics. With a background in financial services and risk analysis, Donna brings extensive experience in recognising patterns commonly used in scams, including phishing, social engineering, and payment diversion fraud.
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