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Spot Phishing in 30 Seconds
Before clicking any email link: check full sender, hover URL, urgency, spelling.
Goal
Build seconds-long check habit before any email interaction, blocking 95% of phishing.
Steps
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On receiving: don't click anything yet. Check full sender email (not display name).
Expected Outcome
Immediate
You spot phishing that looked "totally real".
Evidence base
School: Information Security / Behavioral
Founders: Verizon Data Breach Report · KnowBe4 (2024)
Verizon DBIR 2024 shows 68% of company breaches start with phishing, and 30-sec check prevents most.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does "Spot Phishing in 30 Seconds" take?
This exercise takes about 10 minutes, practiced solo in a Behavioral format.
When will I notice the effect of "Spot Phishing in 30 Seconds"?
You spot phishing that looked "totally real". In the short term: You shift from potential victim to friend-warner.
Is "Spot Phishing in 30 Seconds" evidence-based?
Yes — it draws on Information Security / Behavioral (Verizon Data Breach Report, KnowBe4 (2024)). Verizon DBIR 2024 shows 68% of company breaches start with phishing, and 30-sec check prevents most.
Is "Spot Phishing in 30 Seconds" suitable for beginners?
Its difficulty level is: Beginner. No external tools required — it can be practiced directly inside the app.
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