Getting bombarded by spam emails? Don’t despair, most email platforms offer a secret weapon: the report spam button. Think of spam as unwanted guests at your digital door. Reporting them is like notifying a security guard, who can help keep them out in the future. Here’s how to fight the spam invasion: Reporting spam helps […]

Ever receive an email that seems legit, asking for your personal details? Or stumble upon a website that looks real but feels…off? Be cautious, tech adventurer. These could be phishing attempts – bad actors trying to steal your information. Imagine a wolf in sheep’s clothing, luring you in to take your data. Phishing emails and […]

Feeling overwhelmed by a sea of emails? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. Signing up for online services often leads to a never-ending inbox. But fear not, tech hero. You have the power to unsubscribe from unwanted emails and reclaim your inbox. Imagine your inbox as a tidy room – you only want things you like […]

Ever wonder if email marketers track whether you open their messages? Tiny, hidden images called tracking pixels do just that. They’re like invisible spies, reporting back to marketers if you’ve opened their emails. While this helps them send “relevant” emails, it can feel creepy. So, how to stop them? Two ways to fight back: Remember: […]

Ever receive an email with an attachment or link that seems too good to be true? It might be. Malicious actors often use emails to spread malware, the digital boogeyman that can infect your device. Just like you wouldn’t open a random package on your doorstep, don’t click on suspicious links or open unknown attachments, […]

Think your emails are safely zipping through the internet? Not always! While Gmail shields your messages with basic encryption, some senders might be using flimsy protection, leaving your messages exposed like postcards in a blizzard. But fear not, vigilant emailer! Gmail has a secret weapon to warn you: the broken lock icon. What’s the broken […]