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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