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    “THINK! Why would someone give you an item like an expensive
                                           mobile phone for free? If something sounds too good to be true,
                                                  it probably isn’t true! This is called an online scam.”

                      How to Avoid Online Scams

                      To avoid falling victim to online scams, consider these safety tips:
                          Be sceptical of unsolicited messages: Don’t
                           trust messages or emails from unknown senders,
                           especially  if they  ask  for personal  details  or

                           money.                                                               Before you click, post
                          Check website  URLs: Before  entering  personal                        or share online, ask
                           information, ensure the website is legitimate by                     yourself: Is this safe?
                           checking its URL.                                                         Is this real?

                          Verify offers: Always verify prizes, deals or job
                           offers before sharing personal information.
                          Use secure payment methods: When shopping

                           or investing online, ensure you are using secure and trusted payment methods.
                          Consult a trusted adult: If unsure about a message, offer or website, always
                           consult a parent, teacher or another trusted adult before proceeding.

                                               “Always check the website’s address. It
                                               should have https, where ‘s’ stands for                  http://
                                                                  secure.”
                                                                                                       https://

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                                               SPOT THE SCAM OR SAFE MESSAGE                     Century   #Information Literacy
                                                                                                  Skills  #Critical Thinking

                      Read each message below and decide whether it is a safe, real message or a potential scam.
                      Write ‘Scam’ or ‘Safe’ and explain your reason.

                      1.   Message: “Congratulations! You’ve won a free trip to Paris! Click here to claim your prize now.”
                              Scam or Safe?

                              Reason:

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