**Beware of Scammers Impersonating ASIC: Important Information for Registry Customers**
ASIC has become aware of a concerning trend where scammers are creating look-alike domains to impersonate ASIC and target Registry customers through fraudulent emails. These emails are designed to deceive recipients into believing they are legitimate communications from ASIC, urging them to pay fees and reveal personal information to purportedly renew their business or company name.
### Key Characteristics of Scam Emails
These deceptive emails typically:
– Ask recipients to make payments over the phone.
– Instruct recipients to pay fees that differ from the official fees listed on ASIC’s website.
– Request credit card or bank details directly.
– Include links prompting the user to enter their ASIC user names and passwords. Clicking these links may also run the risk of infecting your computer with malware.
### How to Recognize Legitimate ASIC Communications
Be aware that official notifications from ASIC will always come from the email address: ASIC.Transaction.No-reply@asic.gov.au. Any email you receive that deviates from this address should raise suspicion.
### What To Do If You Suspect a Scam
If you come across an email that you believe may be a scam:
– Do not send any money in response to the email.
– Report the suspicious activity to your bank and ASIC.
– Be cautious of secondary scams that may follow the initial fraudulent attempt.
### Seek Support
If you require assistance, consider reaching out to IDCARE or consult a financial counsellor to help navigate these troubling situations.
Protect yourself and your business by staying informed and vigilant against email scams impersonating ASIC. Always verify the source of any communication you receive regarding your business or company name.
You can safely renew your business name with Registration Pty Ltd, an ASIC Registered Agent at their website Reg.com.au
