We're all aware that scammers are getting more meticulous day by day. Iit used to be our grandparents who were the primary targets of their schemes, but nowadays, even the most tech-savvy of us can fall prey to their tricks!

At Do You Really Know, we aim to keep you informed about all the latest types of scam, so you can understand how they work and protect yourself. Today, we're tackling the issue of identifying cloned websites, a type of scam that's been on the rise in recent times. This involves creating a mirror version, i.e. an exact replica, of an existing website. 

Why do people clone websites? How can you really tell if a site is legitimate? What should I do if I identify a cloned website then? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance.

First Broadcast: 10/4/2024

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