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SBI Reward Point Scam: Hackers always keep looking for new ways to cheat people. This time scammers have targeted SBI users. A new SBI reward point scam has surfaced where criminals are sending you messages with fake reward points. If you are also an SBI user, then know here how to avoid it.

SBI Reward Point Scam: If you are a customer of SBI, then be careful. A new scam is spreading rapidly, in which hackers are committing fraud in the name of 'reward points'. In this, scammers try to trick you by sending fake messages of SBI reward points. If you get caught in such a scam, then you may suffer a lot. There is a risk of your personal information being leaked as well as financial information being stolen. Here we are giving you detailed information about all the important things related to this scam.

How does Reward Point Scam happen?

• If you want to avoid this scam then first of all it is important for you to know about this scam.
• In this you get a fake message, this message often looks similar to SBI Reward Points with the logo and name of the bank.
• The message claims that your rewards points are expiring and action will be taken against you.
• This message also contains a link, when clicked on which, you are taken to a fake website or you are asked to download an APK file.
• Once you click on it, you install malware on your device, which gives scammers access to your personal data, including banking credentials.

How to stay safe from SBI Reward Point Scam?

• First of all, note that SBI will never send messages related to rewards points through SMS or WhatsApp.
• Always check the bank's email address or phone number carefully. If there is a message, do not click on any link.
• Never download APK files from an unknown source. Use only official app stores like Google Play Store or Apple App Store.
• Enable 2 Factor Authentication for your SBI account and social media profiles.
• Report suspicious activity.
• If you have clicked on the link or installed the APK, immediately report it to SBI customer care or cyber crime officials.

How to redeem SBI reward points?

• First of all go to the official website https://rewardz.sbi/.
• If you are a new user, link with your SBI Rewards customer ID and mobile number.
• After this fill the OTP received on your registered mobile number.
• Now fill your personal information and login.
• Once logged in, you can use your reward points on various options.