Scam Recognition: Genuine vs. Scam Message
Learn how to tell a genuine message from a scam. Carefully check the sender, the link address, and the content of the message. Scam messages often pressure you to act immediately, ask for personal information, or contain suspicious links.
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Android4 minutes6 Examples of Genuine vs. Scam Messages
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Examples of Genuine vs. Scam Messages for Android
Genuine
The company informs you about an active scam and advises you not to click links. Scam
It asks you to click a link to receive a “gift”. Genuine
It tells you about an offer with a discount code. It does not ask for any information. Scam
It asks for payment through a link in an SMS message. Genuine
It informs you about a blood-donation appeal because blood supplies are low. Scam
It asks you to click a link in an SMS message to pay for or collect something.
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