- Be suspicious of emails that ask for personal information. Legitimate companies will never ask for your personal information in an email. If you receive an email that asks for your password, credit card number, or other sensitive information, don’t click on any links in the email and don’t reply to it.
- Look for spelling and grammar errors. Phishing emails are often full of spelling and grammar errors. This is a red flag that the email may not be legitimate.
- Check the sender’s email address. If the sender’s email address looks suspicious, don’t click on any links in the email. You can also try to verify the sender’s email address by looking it up on the company’s website.
- Use a spam filter. A spam filter can help to block phishing emails from reaching your inbox.
- Keep your software up to date. Software updates often include security patches that can help to protect your computer from malware.
By following these tips, you can help protect yourself from phishing scams and keep your online accounts safe.
Also See: Don’t Follow Links in Email or Texts to Help Avoid Phishing Scams
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