Helpful tips
Stay safe online
You never know who's watching.
So much of our daily lives is now spent on the internet. The following simple steps will help keep your data safe.
Keep software updated
Issue:
Outdated software and apps could leave your devices open to attack.
What to do:
- Install software and app updates as soon as you’re prompted
- Set software updates to 'automatic' wherever possible.
Use strong passwords
Issue:
Weak and repeated passwords make it easier for scammers to get access to your data
What to do:
- Mix upper and lowercase letters, numbers & special characters
- Avoid names of your loved ones, sports teams, pets etc. Be random
- Use a password manager.
Install antivirus software
Issue:
Viruses can take over your devices and steal information
What to do:
Install antivirus software and keep it regularly updated.
Reduce your digital footprint
Issue:
The more places that have your information online, the more chance it will fall into the hands of scammers.
What to do:
- Make yourself less visible online by limiting what you post
- Lock down privacy settings on your social media accounts
- Delete unused accounts.
Phishing, vishing, smishing and financial scams
Find out the different ways scammers try to steal your personal information, passwords and banking details.
Phishing
Is that email from us? Is that our website?
Vishing
Is it Legal & General who is phoning you? Is it really us who left you a voicemail?
Smishing
Is that phone text from us?
Investment and pension scams
Don't lose your lifetime’s savings to an online thief.
Insurance and protection scams
Fake insurance companies and how to spot them.
Equity release (Lifetime Mortgage) scams
Is equity release a scam?
Report a scam
Something phishy going on?
If you’ve seen, read or heard anything from Legal & General that you think may be fake or a scam, you can report it to the FCA or us
Further reading
How to avoid investment scams on social media
Scammers are using ads on Facebook and other social media sites to lure people into buying fake financial bonds and other investments. We’re going to share some tips to help you spot and avoid them.
Pension Credit: What is it and can I get it?
Learn about this top-up to the State Pension and if you’re eligible to apply.
10 pension myths busted
A lot of people ask us about pensions. Many of them are people who are just starting out on their pension journey. We find that they often ask about the same pension myths. So we’ve put together this article to bust the top ten ones.
How to protect your savings from inflation
Are you losing money without even realising it?
Managing your money through uncertain times
The benefit of a financial safety net.
Pension fees and charges explained
Learn about pension charges and understand how much you’re paying.