Do and Don’ts
- Tip 1: Don’t Trust Unsolicited Emails Be cautious when receiving unsolicited emails, especially those asking for personal information, financial details, or login credentials. Legitimate organizations never ask for sensitive information via email.
- Tip 2: Verify the Sender’s Email Address Check the sender’s email address carefully, as scammers often use email addresses that look similar to legitimate ones but have slight variations (e.g., “info@paypall.com” instead of “info@paypal.com”).
- Tip 3: Never Click on Suspicious Links or Attachments Don’t click on links or download attachments from unknown or untrusted senders. Hover over links to see if they lead to legitimate websites.
- Tip 4: Enable Two-Factor Authentication Use two-factor authentication (2FA) for sensitive accounts, such as online banking or email accounts, to provide an additional layer of security in case your login credentials are compromised.
- Tip 5: Report Suspicious Emails If you receive a suspicious email, report it to your email provider and the organization being impersonated (e.g., your bank). This can help protect others from falling victim to the same scam.