The Infosiast helps people work out whether a message, call or request is a scam — and what to do next if they have already clicked, paid or shared a code. It is run by Kshitij Gupta.
What we cover
- Scam alerts: how a specific, currently circulating scam works, how to recognise it, and how to report it.
- Recovery steps: what to do, in order, after sharing an OTP, sending money to a scammer or losing access to an account.
- Account safety basics: settings and habits that make accounts harder to take over.
Our guidance pays particular attention to readers in India — UPI, the 1930 cyber fraud helpline and the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal — while covering scams that circulate worldwide.
How articles are written
Articles are based on official sources: government and police advisories, bank and regulator guidance, and the help pages of the platforms involved. Each article links to the sources its facts come from, so you can check them yourself.
AI tools are used to help research and draft articles.
The Infosiast is an educational resource. If money has been taken or you are in danger, contact your bank and the police first. In India, call 1930 or report at cybercrime.gov.in.
About Kshitij Gupta
Kshitij Gupta is a digital marketing specialist with professional experience in SEO, copywriting and blogging (LinkedIn profile).
Corrections and scam reports
If you spot an error or an outdated step, or you have received a suspicious message you want looked at, please use the Contact page. Corrections are made in the article itself and its updated date changes.