Phishing emails aim to trick you into giving up private information or clicking on harmful links. Here’s how to spot them quickly:
- Check the sender’s address: Scammers often use email addresses that look almost—but not quite—like real ones. Always double-check.
- Look for grammar and spelling mistakes: Legitimate organisations rarely send emails full of errors.
- Be cautious with urgent messages: If an email pressures you to act fast or threatens consequences, it could be a scam.
- Hover over links before clicking: If the destination looks odd, don’t click.
- Watch for generic greetings: “Dear Customer” instead of your name can be a sign of phishing.
- Never share sensitive info via email: Genuine companies won’t ask for passwords or bank details this way.
- If unsure, contact the company directly: Use contact details from their official website—not from the suspicious email.
Trust your instincts. When in doubt, verify before you click or respond.
Contact us now to out find out more about the services we offer that can help reduce the risk of a Phishing attach on your organisation
Call us on 0800319 6032 or email us at sales@northernstar.co.uk
