How to protect yourself from eSIM scams; check here

Digital fraud is a growing problem, and many people are losing their money to scammers every day.

Recently, a woman from Uttar Pradesh lost over Rs 27 lakh due to a scam involving the activation of an eSIM.

This is a serious issue, so it's important to know how to protect yourself. Here’s how these scams usually work and what you can do to stay safe:

How the Scam Works

Scammers will call you pretending to offer benefits related to eSIMs. They might convince you to switch to an eSIM and ask for your OTP (One-Time Password). Once they have this information, they can steal your money.

How to Protect Yourself

Never Share Personal Information: Do not give out your personal details to unknown callers or messages.

Never share your OTP or other sensitive information with anyone you do not know.

If you need an eSIM, contact your telecom provider's official customer service for assistance. Avoid quick or unofficial methods.

If you receive any suspicious calls, messages, or emails, report them to the government’s Chakshu portal.

By staying vigilant and following these steps, you can help protect yourself from falling victim to such scams.