Identifying Spoofed, Phishing, and Fraudulent Emails

Identifying Spoofed, Phishing, and Fraudulent Emails

1. Understanding Spoof and Phishing Emails:

• Spoof and phishing emails often appear to be legitimate communications from trusted companies like Unicorn Furniture. However, they aim to deceive individuals into providing sensitive information, leading to potential identity theft or fraudulent activities.

• Unicorn Furniture will never ask you for sensitive information such as your password, your credit card number, etc. via email. 

1. Recognizing Warning Signs:

   • These deceptive emails may exhibit several red flags, including:

     • Incorrect domains or misspellings in the sender's email address.

     • Subtle alterations in email addresses that mimic legitimate ones (e.g., unicornfurniturecustomercare@outlook.com instead of @unicornfurniture.shop).

     • Use of stolen text and graphics from authentic websites to create a false sense of legitimacy.

     • Requests for personal information like passwords, social security numbers, or credit card details.

     • Links redirecting recipients to fake web pages designed to capture sensitive data.

2. Actions to Take:

   • If you encounter a suspicious email:

     • Do not respond: Avoid providing any personal or financial information requested in the email.

     • Do not click on links: Refrain from clicking on any links or attachments within the email, as they may lead to fraudulent websites.

     • Contact Customer Care: If you receive a suspicious email purportedly from Unicorn Furniture, reach out to our Customer Care team immediately for verification and assistance.

By staying vigilant and recognizing the signs of spoofed, phishing, and fraudulent emails, you can protect yourself against potential threats and safeguard your sensitive information. If you have any doubts or concerns about an email's authenticity, don't hesitate to contact us.