How to prevent phishing and email scams - Top tips | Don't fall prey to online scams

"Be careful while downloading the attachments." 

How to prevent phishing and email scams - Top tips | Don't fall prey to online scams
"Always verify web links received over email/SMS before clicking on them." Pixabay pic.

PIB Fact Check through its Twitter handle has suggested some steps to prevent phishing/email scams.

PIB Fact Check alerts, "#PIBFacTree

Don't fall prey to online #scams! Be an aware and informed citizen.

Follow these steps to prevent phishing/email scams." 

Top tips to prevent phishing/email scams

1  Always verify web links received over email/SMS before clicking on them

2 Do not share your personal/financial details over the internet

3 Be careful while downloading the attachments

4 Never open  suspicious emails/messages claiming to be from known senders 

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