Cybersecurity Tip of the Week – Be Cautious of “Free” Subscriptions

Be cautious of "free" subscriptions, especially for trending tools like AI apps. Many free services require only your email to sign up, but some are created solely to collect addresses for phishing campaigns. After registering, you may receive emails claiming your account will expire, your payment failed, or you must "verify now" to keep access. These messages often use urgency, emotional language, or threats to push you into sharing personal details or banking information. Remember, legitimate companies do not demand sensitive information through alarming emails. Before clicking, go directly to the service's official website to check your account. Protect your inbox by using a separate personal email for sign-ups and being skeptical of offers that seem too good, or too urgent, to be true.

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