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Phishing

This page is intended to be used as guidance only. Guidance is tailored to both personal and business however may not be applicable to all situations.


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For Individuals

🧠 Think Before You Click

πŸ“Ž What it is


Links, attachments, or pop-ups can look harmless but one careless click can lead to malware, scams, or stolen information.


❗ Why it matters


Most scams rely on you clicking before you’ve had time to think.


Even something as simple as a fake delivery text or β€œyour account is locked” email can trick people into handing over passwords or downloading malware.


🧾 Real-world examples


  • A fake email pretending to be from your bank asks you to β€œverify your details”
  • A text claims your parcel is being held and links to a payment site
  • A popup says you’ve won something or your device is infected


βœ… What to do


  1. Pause before you click. Was it expected? Does it feel urgent or odd?
  2. Check the sender or link. Hover over it or long-press on mobile β€” does it match who it claims to be?
  3. Don’t open attachments from strangers. Even if it says "Invoice" or "Job Offer"
  4. When in doubt β€” don’t click. Ask someone, or go directly to the website instead


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πŸ” Spot the fake

Scammers often copy real company logos, colours, and sender names.

But they can’t fake:


  • A strange email address
  • Spelling errors or weird wording
  • A sense of panic or urgency
  • It's unexpected


If you are unsure, never interact.


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