What is phishing and how to spot a phishing scam?

Phishing is a scam where someone sends you a fake email, text, or message pretending to be a bank, app, or company you trust. They want you to click a link or enter your password so they can steal your money or personal information. The email looks real but something is always a bit off if you look closely.

Phishing is one of the most common ways criminals steal money and personal information. They send messages that look like they came from your bank, PayPal, Apple, or your email provider. The message in most cases says something is wrong with your account and asks you to 'check' or 'update' your information. In reality, they're harvesting your login details so they can break in. Learning to spot these fakes is your best defense.