07/06/2026
Scam messages often look different, but many use the same tricks.
Here are three red flags to watch for:
1. Urgency
“Act now.”
“Your account will be closed.”
“Payment failed.”
“Final notice.”
Scammers want you to move fast so you do not think clearly.
2. Strange links
A link may look close to a real brand but be slightly wrong. Extra words, odd spelling, unusual domains or shortened links are all worth pausing over.
3. Requests for money or codes
Legitimate organisations should not ask you to send one-time passcodes, passwords, gift cards, crypto payments or remote access through a random message.
The safest move is simple:
Pause.
Do not click.
Check the sender.
Go directly to the official website or app.
Ask someone you trust if you are unsure.
Scams work best when people feel rushed.
Slowing down is a security tool.
What is the most common scam message you see: parcel delivery, bank alert, toll notice, tax refund, or account warning?