Can I safely click a link in a message? Tutorial

Curious about the safety of clicking links in messages? Discover the truth in 'Can I Safely Click a Link in a Message?' Learn how cybercriminals mimic major companies, the danger of urgent messages, and how to verify shortened links. Stay secure—watch now and empower yourself with crucial cybersecurity knowledge.

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login or bank account,

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for example,

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in an email or a message

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is always reliable if the message seems official.

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False.

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A message may look completely serious and yet be fraudulent.

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Cyber criminals are very skilled at imitating

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the visuals and tone of major companies,

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administrations,

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or banks.

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The link can redirect you to a site that looks like the original,

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but is there to steal your credentials.

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Even if the message seems credible,

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always make a habit of going directly to the

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site by typing the address yourself in your browser.

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If a message contains an urgent or important link,

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it is likely a phishing attempt.

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True,

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it's a classic technique used by scammers.

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They pressure you to click without thinking,

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a suspended account,

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a bill to pay immediately,

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a blocked package.

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The message is designed to provoke a quick reaction.

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So if you feel urgency,

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it's often a sign you need to slow down and check.

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If a message contains a short link,

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for example,

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in Bitpoint LY,

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it is definitely suspicious.

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False.

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Not all shortened links are dangerous.

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Completely legitimate sites and services use them for practical reasons,

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like shortening a URL that is too long.

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But because the actual address is hidden,

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hackers also use them to deceive users.

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If you want to check or input a shortened link without clicking,

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you can use a site like Unshortened dotted,

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which reveals the full address.

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And if you're unsure,

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don't click.

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So no,

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you cannot click on a link in a message without risk,

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even if it looks serious and short.

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