James Adam R Taylor#28

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How to avoid fake regulator websites?

Scammers often create fake regulator websites that look almost identical to official ones, showing falsified licenses or warning pages. To avoid this, always double-check the URL of the regulator’s site, which should end with official domain extensions such as .gov.uk for FCA or .gov.au for ASIC. Do not trust links provided directly by brokers; instead, search for the regulator through a reliable search engine. Many regulators also provide SSL-secured certificates on their websites. Bookmarking official regulator pages helps reduce the risk of being tricked by clones. If a regulator’s site looks suspicious or requests personal information, it may be fraudulent.