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🐟How to spot a phishing email in seconds

Written by Woodthorpe IT | Oct 27, 2026, 9:00:02 AM

Taking a few seconds to check an email carefully can help you spot warning signs of phishing before you click, reply or download anything.

Check for:

  • Unexpected attachments
  • Urgent wording such as “Act now”
  • Misspelt company names
  • Unusual sender email addresses
  • Links that do not match the sender

Phishing emails remain one of the most common cyber threats and often rely on people reacting quickly without checking the details. A short pause to inspect the sender, wording and links can prevent stolen passwords, malware or financial loss.