Quick Safety Checklist
Before clicking, paying, or replying, ask yourself:
- Did this message create panic or pressure?
- Is the link the real official website?
- Are they asking for personal information or verification codes?
- Are they demanding gift cards, crypto, wire transfer, or payment apps?
- Did they contact me unexpectedly?
- Does the offer sound too good to be true?
- Are they telling me not to tell anyone?
If even one answer feels suspicious, stop and verify through an official source.
Final Advice
Scammers succeed when people rush. The safest habit is simple: pause, verify, and use official contact methods. If a text, call, or email feels urgent, suspicious, or too good to be true, do not click the link and do not send money. A few extra minutes of checking can protect your identity, your bank account, and your peace of mind.