Phishing is when someone tries to trick you into giving away sensitive information (such as your login details, personal data, or financial information) by pretending to be a trusted source. These attempts often come in the form of emails, text messages, or fake websites.
Learning how to spot and avoid phishing is an important step in protecting your account and personal information.
How to Recognize a Phishing Attempt
Be cautious if you notice:
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Suspicious sender addresses
Emails from addresses that look similar but aren’t exact (e.g.,
support@peoplesreserves.cominstead ofsupport@peoplesreserve.com).
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Urgent or threatening language
Phrases like “Your account will be suspended immediately” or “Act now to avoid losing access”.
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Unusual links or attachments
Links that don’t match the sender’s domain, or attachments you weren’t expecting.
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Requests for personal information
Legitimate companies will never ask you for passwords, 2FA codes, or full credit card details via email.
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Generic greetings
Messages starting with “Dear Customer” instead of your real name.
How to Avoid Falling Victim
Do not click suspicious links — hover over links to check the actual URL before clicking.
Do not download unexpected attachments — especially from unknown senders.
Verify the sender — if unsure, contact the company directly using an official channel.
Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) — adds an extra layer of protection.
Use strong, unique passwords — never reuse passwords across accounts.
Important: If you receive an email that looks like it’s from us but seems suspicious, do not reply or click any links. Instead, forward it to [security@yourcompany.com]