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Alert: Contact Official Sage Support and Avoid Third-Party Scams

In today's tech-savvy world, it's more important than ever to be cautious when dealing with third-party providers, especially during high-volume seasons. As the demand for products and services increases, so does the risk of encountering unreliable or fraudulent providers. This can lead to a range of issues, from poor service quality to potential security breaches. To ensure a smooth and secure experience, it's crucial to stay informed and vigilant when choosing who to trust with your business needs. Let's explore some key points to keep in mind to protect yourself and your customers during these busy times:

Bookmark Official Resources:  

  • Be cautious of sponsored search results. Avoid using browser searches to find Sage support phone numbers or contact information, as they may lead to fraudulent sites.
  • Always use official Sage links. Visit www.Sage.com/Resources for trusted information and assistance.
  • Explore Sage Expert Services. These are trusted options tailored to support your Sage products.
  • Keep your personal details private. Never share personal contact information, such as your phone number or email address, on public platforms or with unsolicited callers. Scammers often exploit this information to make cold calls pretending to be Sage representatives.

 

Identify Imposter Communications: 

  • Be cautious of emails, websites, and social media accounts that look official but aren’t.
  • Check for inconsistent branding like altered logos or brand colors.

Warning: To ensure important Sage alerts reach your inbox, add [email protected] and @communityhub.sage.com to your safe sender's list. In most email clients, you can do this by marking a Sage email as 'Not Spam' or 'Safe Sender.'

Avoid Search Engine Traps: 

 

Read the Fine Print and Verify Links: 

  • Examine disclaimers and look for domains that closely resemble the official ones. 
  • Authentic Sage sites will always use domains like "sage.com."

Trust Your Instincts and Beware of False Urgency: 

  • Scammers often create a sense of urgency to trick you. If it feels off, it likely is.
  • Sage will never pressure you into quick actions or request sensitive information over the phone.

Be Alert to Voice Scams: 

  • Always confirm the caller’s identity by reaching out to official Sage support numbers.
  • How do you know you're speaking with Sage? We will always ask you to verify existing contact information on your Sage account. If you have an active business care plan or active subscription, we will never ask you for payment for assistance within our Scope of Support. 

Report Suspicious Activity:

Stay informed:

  • Keep up to date on new scam methods through official resources and community forums.

By following these tips, you'll ensure that you are communicating with the genuine Sage support team and protecting yourself against evolving scams. 

See also: 

  • Had a customer call in today. They chose to lookup Sage Support online and did not call 800-854-3415.  They then granted access to their software using the same platform that Sage 100 Analysts do. They advised the customer it would cost $2900.00 to resolve the issue, at which point the customer disconnected.  The issue they called about?  Unsure about standard program message confirming year end processing will close Q4 for 2024 and open Q1 for 2025.  Have sent email to customer with link to this page.