Scammers are getting sneakier, but you can outsmart them! Here are 5 simple tips to help you and your team avoid online traps:

1. Check the Email Address or Link
Scammers often use addresses or links that look real, but have slight changes (like micros0ft.com instead of microsoft.com).
Look for: Typos, weird domains (like .xyz), or email names that don’t match the company.

2. Beware of Urgent Language
Scams often create a sense of urgency—like “Your account is suspended! Act now!”
Tip: Take a breath. Legit companies don’t threaten you out of the blue.

3. Never Share Personal Info
No bank, IT department, or real company will ask for your password, social security number, or payment details over email or text.

4. Watch for Unexpected Attachments or Links
If you get a random attachment or link from someone you don’t know (or even if it’s someone you do!), don’t click.
Tip: Double-check with the sender another way (like calling them).

5. Use Common Sense
If it sounds too good to be true (like a free gift card out of nowhere), it probably is.
Tip: When in doubt, ask your IT team or just delete the message.

Bonus Tip:
When you get a suspicious message, hover over the link to see where it really leads—don’t click!