02/06/2026
๐จ Scam alert, the ATO just dropped a game changer!
Ever get a dodgy call from someone claiming to be the ATO and wondered... is this actually legit? Now you can find out in seconds. ๐ฑ
The ATO has launched a brand new Verify Call feature in the ATO app and it's exactly what it sounds like. While you're on the call, just open the app, log in, and tap Verify Call. Within 30 seconds, you'll get a notification confirming whether it's genuinely the ATO on the line. No notification? Hang up. It's a scam.
Here's how to get protected:
1๏ธโฃ Download the ATO app
2๏ธโฃ Register your device
3๏ธโฃ Next time someone calls claiming to be the ATO, verify it on the spot!
And the numbers are wild! Nearly 7,500 ATO impersonation scams were reported in July 2025 alone. Tax time is peak season for scammers, so staying one step ahead has never been more important.
๐ก Pro tip: Sign in using myID for maximum security, and make sure your identity strength is set to the highest level.
If something feels off about a call, SMS, email or social media message:
๐ซ Don't click links or download attachments
๐ Check it at the ATO's scam verification page
๐ Call 1800 008 540 immediately if you've shared personal info or made a payment
๐ Visit ato.gov.au/scamsafe for more info
Share this with your friends and family, especially anyone who might be expecting to hear from the ATO this tax season. ๐
Download the App here: https://www.ato.gov.au/online-services/scams-cyber-safety-and-identity-protection/how-to-stay-scam-safe