Spotting a copied loan website
Inspect the exact domain and use independently located contact information. A polished page can copy another company's branding.

What to check
- Domain spelling
- contact details and payment beneficiary
Pause the requested action. Locate the organisation’s contact independently and verify the specific recipient, document or payment request there.
A decision to avoid
Judging authenticity solely by the visual design.

Your next action
- Inspect the exact domain and use independently located contact information. A polished page can copy another company's branding.
- Pause the requested action. Locate the organisation’s contact independently and verify the specific recipient, document or payment request there.
- Keep the dated document or reference that supports the answer.
Questions about this decision
What should I check first?
Inspect the exact domain and use independently located contact information. A polished page can copy another company's branding.
Which information do I need for this decision?
Domain spelling, contact details and payment beneficiary.
Which mistake should I avoid here?
Judging authenticity solely by the visual design.
How do I check domain spelling?
Locate the actual dated record for Domain spelling. Compare it with the other records in this checklist; ask the organisation responsible for any unexplained difference.
How do I check contact details and payment beneficiary?
Locate the actual dated record for contact details and payment beneficiary. Compare it with the other records in this checklist; ask the organisation responsible for any unexplained difference.
What should I do if a required detail is missing?
Mark it as unresolved. Ask for that precise detail before choosing; do not substitute an advertised example for your own document.
What is the next practical step?
Pause the requested action. Locate the organisation’s contact independently and verify the specific recipient, document or payment request there.
How can I verify the explanation?
Use the documents listed above. Check quoted amounts and dates in the original record; use the official reference links for the organisation’s guidance.
