FLOW Barbados is alerting its customers to a growing wave of phishing scams targeting mobile and Internet users.
The telecommunications provider yesterday reported an increase in fraudulent emails and messages, masquerading as official Flow communications, including e-bills and promotional offers.
“These messages are designed to look legitimate but contain links or attachments that can compromise devices, steal personal information, or even allow criminals to misuse your mobile number,” the company said in a statement.
Flow stressed that customers should never click on unverified links, download files from unsolicited messages, or provide personal or banking information via email or text. The company advises customers to be especially wary of misspelled URLs, urgent-sounding requests, or offers that appear too good to be true.
To stay safe online, Flow recommended using
only official websites or trusted apps, downloading apps from verified sources such as the Google Play Store or Apple App Store, limiting app permissions and keeping device software up to date. Customers should also be cautious of fake pop-ups that claim to be legitimate alerts, the company advised.
“Online safety is both a personal and collective responsibility,” the company said. “If you are unsure about any communication claiming to be from Flow, contact us directly.”
The telecom provider also urged all users to remain vigilant as scammers continued to target unsuspecting individuals across the island. (BA/PR)
