Phishing: the scams that hit at the worst moment
The message rushing you to act fast is often the one setting the trap.
Phishing is a fake message that mimics a brand, a bank or a service to steal your info. It plays on urgency: "your parcel is on hold," "your account will be closed." The fear of missing out or losing something pushes you to click without thinking.
The warning signs
A weird sender address, spelling mistakes, a link that doesn't match the real site: all red flags. No legit company asks for your password by message. When in doubt, don't click the link.
The right reflex
Go straight to the official site by typing the address yourself instead of following the link. If you fell for it, change your password and alert the service involved. You can also report the scam to protect others.
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