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How to Identify a Scam Email
Spot fake invoices, delivery notices, prize claims and payment redirection scams before they cost you money.
Difficulty: EasyEstimated time: 5 minutes
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How to Identify a Spoofed Sender
Learn how attackers fake the "From" address and how to check whether an email really came from who it claims.
Difficulty: IntermediateEstimated time: 10 minutesRead Guide - Email
How to Block Unwanted Emails
Block senders and domains in Outlook and Gmail, and set up rules to keep your inbox under control.
Difficulty: EasyEstimated time: 5 minutesRead Guide - Email
How to Report Spam
Report spam correctly in Outlook and Gmail, and know when to report to Australian authorities.
Difficulty: EasyEstimated time: 3 minutesRead Guide - Email
How to Safely Open an Email Attachment
Check attachments before opening them and avoid the file types and prompts that commonly deliver malware.
Difficulty: EasyEstimated time: 5 minutesRead Guide - Email
How to Recover a Compromised Email Account
Regain control of a hacked mailbox, remove attacker access and warn the people who may be targeted.
Difficulty: IntermediateEstimated time: 30–60 minutesRead Guide
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