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Avoiding Phishing Email Scams
If you receive any email containing a web link or requesting information, the first thing you should do is check the from: address. If the person claims to be from QPS and their email ends in anything but “@qps.org” they are almost certainly a scammer!
More info taken from FTC.gov:
Phishing emails and text messages may look like they’re from a company you know or trust. They may look like they’re from a bank, a credit card company, a social networking site, an online payment website or app, or an online store.
Phishing emails and text messages often tell a story to trick you into clicking on a link or opening an attachment. They may
- say they’ve noticed some suspicious activity or log-in attempts
- claim there’s a problem with your account or your payment information
- say you must confirm some personal information
- include a fake invoice
- want you to click on a link to make a payment
- say you’re eligible to register for a government refund
- offer a coupon for free stuff
