⭐ What is a scam email?

A scam email is a fake message designed to trick you into clicking, paying, or giving personal information.

Scammers try to fool you by:

• Pretending to be banks or companies
• Using urgent or frightening messages
• Asking you to click links
• Asking for passwords or money

Think of scam emails as digital “con artists”.

⭐ Why this matters for seniors

• Scams are becoming more convincing 
• Seniors are targeted more often
• One wrong click can cause problems
• Knowing the signs keeps you safe

⭐ Step 1 — Check the sender

Look carefully at the email address.

If it looks strange or unfamiliar, it’s likely a scam.

⭐ Step 2 — Look for warning signs

• Spelling mistakes 
• Strange email addresses 
• “Urgent action required” messages 
• Attachments you didn’t expect 
• Links that look unusual 
• Requests for money or passwords
• If something feels “off”, it usually is.

⭐ Step 3 — Never click suspicious links

Links in scam emails can:

• Install viruses
• Steal your information
• Take you to fake websites
• If unsure, delete the email.

⭐ Step 4 — Don’t reply

Never reply to a suspicious email.

It confirms your email address is active.

⭐ Step 5 — Check with someone you trust

If something feels wrong, ask:

• A family member 
• A friend 
• Your bank

⭐ Quick Tips 

• Banks never ask for passwords by email 
• Don’t open unexpected attachments
• Delete anything that feels “off”
• Trust your instincts

⭐ You’re now safer online 

Spotting scams becomes easy once you know the signs.