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Scam guide

QR code payment and collect-request scam

Victims are tricked into scanning QR codes or approving collect requests that send money instead of receiving it.

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Risk signals

Scan QR to receive money
UPI collect request
Account verification fee
Remote support guiding payment app
Pressure during call

Verify first

Remember QR scan usually sends money
Read UPI screen before entering PIN
Never approve collect requests from strangers
End calls before checking payment details

What to do

Reject unknown collect requests
Do not enter PIN to receive money
Report UPI ID and transaction ID
Call bank immediately after unauthorized debit