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    THREATS IN EMAIL AND MESSAGING

                      Digital communication is a great way to stay connected with friends, family and school, but it can

                      also expose you to different risks. Some messages may look safe on the outside but may contain
                      tricks or harmful content inside. To stay protected online, it is important to recognise what these
                      dangers look like.

                      There are several common tricks, people try to pull on you through email and messages:

                                                                Phishing Emails

                                          Cyberbullying                                   Spam

                                   Stranger                                                         Suspicious
                                  Messages                                                          Attachments

                      Phishing Emails

                      Phishing emails are fake messages sent by scammers pretending to be trusted companies such
                      as banks, gaming websites or even your school. These emails are designed to look real so that
                      you believe them. Their aim is to trick you into sharing private information, such as passwords,
                      OTPs (One-Time Passwords) or important personal details. These scammers often create a sense

                      of urgency to make you act quickly. They may warn that your account will close or offer rewards
                      that seem too good to be true. Always pause and check carefully before clicking anything.

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