Example 1: Fake Bank Emai
Subject: Urgent: Suspicious Activity on Your Account
Message:
“Dear Customer,
We detected unusual activity on your bank account. Please click the link below to verify your information immediately to avoid account suspension.”
Why This Is a Scam?
- Uses fear and urgency
- Does not use your real name
- Contains a link asking for personal information
What To Do?
- Do NOT click the link
- Delete the email
- Contact your bank using the number on your card
Example 2: Package Delivery Text Scam
“Your package is on hold due to an address issue. Click here to update your delivery details.”
Why This Is a Scam?
- You were not expecting a package
- The link looks shortened or strange
- Delivery companies don’t ask for personal info by text
What To Do?
- Do NOT click the link
- Delete the message
- Check delivery status directly on the company’s official website
Example 3: Tech Support Phone Scam
Phone Call:
“This is Microsoft support. Your computer has been infected with a virus. You must act now.”
Why This Is a Scam?
- Tech companies do not call customers
- Creates panic to force quick action
- Asks for remote access or payment
What To Do?
- Hang up immediately
- Do NOT give access to your computer
- Restart your device if anything was installed
Example 4: Fake Payment Request
Email or Text:
“Your payment could not be processed. Click here to update your credit card information.”
Why This Is a Scam?
- Generic message
- Poor grammar or unusual formatting
- Requests financial information through a link
What To Do?
- Log in to your account directly (not through the link)
- Check your statements
- Report suspicious messages