British email users are currently inundated with scam emails, as reported by Action Fraud. A staggering 43 million suspicious emails were reported between January and May 2025, highlighting the importance of vigilance when checking emails.
Action Fraud has emphasized the need to take action against such scams. Instead of simply discarding suspicious emails, the best course of action is to report them. By reporting spam emails, individuals can prevent cyber thieves from targeting others in the future.
According to Action Fraud, as of May 2025, over 42 million suspicious emails have been reported to the Suspicious Email Reporting Service. This has led to the removal of 400,000 scam websites by the National Cyber Security Centre.
To report a suspicious email, individuals can easily forward it to report@phishing.gov.uk. The National Cyber Security Center warns that scam emails often aim to trick recipients into clicking malicious links that can result in the theft of personal information through tactics like phishing.
Given the high volume of malicious emails circulating daily, caution is paramount. Companies like Netflix and Spotify are frequent targets, with emails falsely claiming subscription cancellations. Recently, Amazon cautioned customers about a scam suggesting a Prime membership fee increase and advised users to verify their membership directly through the Amazon app or website.
By remaining vigilant and refraining from clicking on suspicious links, individuals can protect themselves and others from falling victim to online scams.