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Dr. Phish’s Guide to Spotting Fake Emails

Learn how to identify dangerous emails before they steal your information!

What Are Phishing Emails?

Phishing emails are fake messages that pretend to be from companies or people you trust. They try to trick you into giving away your passwords, personal information, or clicking dangerous links. Just like a fisherman uses fake bait to catch fish, cybercriminals use fake emails to “catch” your information!

Common Signs of Phishing Emails

🚨 Red Flags to Watch For:

• Urgent language: “Act now!” “Your account will be closed!”
• Generic greetings: “Dear Customer” instead of your real name
• Spelling mistakes: Real companies check their emails carefully
• Suspicious sender addresses: Look closely at the email address
• Requests for personal information: Banks never ask for passwords via email
• Too-good-to-be-true offers: “You’ve won $1 million!”

Dr. Phish’s Safety Rules

1. Stop and Think: Never rush to click links in emails
2. Check the Sender: Does the email address look real?
3. Look for Mistakes: Real companies don’t send emails with lots of typos
4. Don’t Give Information: Never type passwords or personal details from an email link
5. Ask an Adult: When in doubt, show the email to a parent or teacher

Real-Life Examples

• Fake emails claiming to be from game companies offering “free” items
• Messages pretending to be from schools asking for login information
• Emails saying you’ve won contests you never entered