How to Identify Phishing Scams and Malicious Links
A practical checklist to spot phishing fast—and what to do if you clicked a suspicious link.
## What phishing looks like
Urgency, fear, strange links, and unexpected requests.
## Red flags
- Weird domains
- Shortened links
- Spelling mistakes
- Pressure tactics
## What to do if you clicked
1. Disconnect
2. Scan device
3. Change passwords
4. Enable MFA
## Bottom line
Never click first. Verify first.
Browser extension
CheckLink browser extension
Open the current page, inspect links from the browser menu, and jump into CheckLink faster without an account.
Works with Chrome and compatible Chromium-based desktop browsers. Firefox and Safari versions are not currently available.
The extension sends a URL only when you choose a scan action. It does not store scan history.