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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.”
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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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