3 weeks ago
EPFO warns members against fake weblinks and phishing scams
The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation, or EPFO, is the group that provides provident fund services to workers.
Some bad people make fake websites and messages that look like they come from the EPFO.
They try to trick people into sharing private information, like passwords and bank details.
The EPFO told everyone to be careful when using the internet.
It said people should only use the official EPFO website.
If a link comes in a text message, email, or social media post, you should not click on it.
You should check the website address carefully to make sure it is real.
The EPFO said it will never ask for your password or OTP code by phone, message, or social media.
If you see something that looks fake, you can report it to the EPFO's helpline or cybersecurity channels.
Being careful online keeps your money and personal information safe.
EPFO urged its members to stay vigilant against fake links, messages, or emails that could put their personal information at risk.
The warning was issued in a post on X on 9 August.
EPFO advised members to visit only the official EPFO website and verify URLs carefully before logging in.
Members should not share their UAN, PPO, password, Aadhaar, PAN, bank details, or OTP on any site other than the official EPFO website.
EPFO said it never asks for OTPs, personal information, or login credentials via phone calls, SMS, WhatsApp, social media, or email, and urged members to report suspicious websites and phishing attempts.
- Who
- The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) and its members who access provident fund services online
- What
- EPFO warned members against fake weblinks, messages, and emails that could expose sensitive personal and financial details, and shared six safety guidelines
- Where
- Online platforms, including websites, SMS, social media, and email
- When
- The warning was posted on X on 9 August
- Why
- Fraudsters create fake websites and links resembling official platforms to trick users into sharing sensitive information
Key facts
- Organisation
- Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO)
- Warning date
- 9 August
- Announcement platform
- X (social media)
- Number of safety guidelines
- 6
- Sensitive data to protect
- UAN, PPO, password, Aadhaar, PAN, bank details, OTP
- Official access point
- Only the official EPFO website
- What EPFO never asks for
- OTPs, personal information, or login credentials via calls, SMS, WhatsApp, social media, or email
- Reporting channel
- EPFO's official helpline desk or cybersecurity reporting channels
Quotes
EPFO
Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation
“"Think Before You Click! EPFO urges all members to stay vigilant online. Avoid fake links, verify URLs and protect your personal information at all times."”
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