Protect Yourself From These Common Scam Emails

Each day, billions– yes, billions– of deceptive or fraudulent emails are sent out by scammers all around the world. Even more alarming is how easy it is to take the bait and provide the scammer with their personal information. While your spam filter may catch some of these scam emails, no spam filter is foolproof.

The best way to protect yourself against email scams is to learn how to detect the sketchy messages. If you receive any message asking you to input your personal information, take a moment to reach out– preferably by phone –to the company or agency that emailed you to confirm that it’s a legitimate request. It is equally important to avoid clicking links in any emails from senders you don’t recognize. When you click a link in an email, be sure to verify the URL to ensure it is linking you to a legitimate site as opposed to a fraudulent, fake one.

Keep reading to learn about some of the most common email scams so you don’t fall victim and unknowingly hand over your most sensitive information.