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Phishing Scams

Phishing is when someone pretends to be a trusted person or company to trick you into sharing passwords or money. Be careful of messages that create urgency or ask for secrets.

💡 Fun fact

A real bank will never ask for your password in a text message.

All about Phishing Scams

Phishing is when someone pretends to be a trusted person or company to trick you into sharing passwords or money. Messages that create urgency or ask for secrets are a warning sign.

Real companies will not ask for passwords by message.

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Real-life uses of Phishing Scams

Spotting suspicious emails
Protecting accounts
Learning online safety

Frequently asked questions about Phishing Scams

What is phishing?

Tricking people into giving away secrets by pretending to be trusted.

What should you do with a suspicious message?

Tell a trusted adult before clicking.