🎯 Lesson Goal

In this lesson, you will learn:

• How to spot signs of a fake email.
• What details to check in an email.
• How to react when you see a suspicious email.

🧠 Explanation

Fake emails try to trick you. They can look real but have small mistakes. Check the sender’s email address. Is it correct? Look for spelling errors or strange words in the email. True companies use formal language. If the email asks for your password or bank details, it is likely fake. Do not click on links or open attachments from unknown emails. When unsure, contact the company directly using their official website or phone number.

📖 Short Story

Anna received an email that looked like it was from her bank. It said she needed to update her password now. The email had a link and asked for her login details. Anna felt unsure. She looked closely and saw the sender’s email was strange and had spelling mistakes. Instead of clicking the link, she called her bank using the number on her bank card. The bank told her it was a fake email. Anna was glad she checked before doing anything.

Example:

Look at this sender’s email: [email protected]. It tries to look like [email protected] but has a letter missing. This is a sign of a fake email.

🧩 Mini Practice

• Find the mistake in this fake email address: [email protected]
• Spot what is unusual in this message: “Dear user, your account will close soon! Click here!”
• Decide if you should open a link from someone you don’t know. Why?

✅ Quick Check

• What should you check first to recognize a fake email?
• Is it safe to give your password if an email asks for it? Why or why not?