What is Cifas?
Who we are
We are a not-for-profit membership organisation that brings different sectors together for the common goal of eliminating fraud and financial crime. For over 35 years we have provided a secure, legal and effective framework for the real time sharing of high grade fraud risk data and intelligence. Hundreds of organisations work with us - ranging from high street banks, telcos, and insurers through to the public sector and government - all benefiting from each other’s data, intelligence, and learning. Our members share their data and intelligence across sectors to reduce instances of fraud and financial crime.
Throughout the UK, our experts and services help protect individuals and organisations from the growing and increasingly sophisticated threat of fraud and financial crime. Since 1988, Cifas has helped its members s protect themselves from billions of pounds worth of fraud losses.
With every organisation that becomes a Cifas member, or with whom we collaborate, we establish a tougher environment for those seeking to commit fraudulent conduct – both externally and within your organisation. Using the simple tools of communication and sharing information, we are able to shine a light on their activities for all our members and partners to see.
For members of the public we offer increased security against identity fraud, as well as expert advice on how to protect your personal data in our increasingly tech-reliant world.
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What we do
Cifas for individuals
As a member of the public, we can provide you with the information and tools you need to understand fraud and financial crime when it happens, and offer advice about what you can do to protect yourself from becoming a victim.
If you’ve been a victim of identity fraud, or feel your personal data is vulnerable due to a breach, we offer Protective Registration. Find out more about keeping your personal details safe on our Identity Protection page.
We also hold information on individuals whose behaviour appears to be consistent with that of known fraudulent conduct. If you’ve been told Cifas holds information about you, you can make a Data Subject Access Request. Find out more about the information Cifas holds on individuals on the Subject Access Request page.
Cifas for organisations
Since 1988, Cifas has collaborated with organisations from across the public and private sectors to create a non-competitive fraud prevention environment, focused on working with rather than against each other to defeat criminals. Our methods utilise a number of products and services including fraud risk databases,investigative and analytical tools, and networking opportunities for our members and law enforcement partners.
Before providing a service, or employing a new staff member, Cifas members can check details against our databases for matches with individuals whose behaviour appears to be consistent with that of known fraudulent conduct. We also offer a range of training courses that provide the latest knowledge and skills in investigating and responding to fraud and financial crime.
