How can I tell if an email is really from Amazon or Apple?

Check the sender's actual email address, not just the 'Display Name'. Also, never click links; go directly to the company's website in a new browser tab.

I clicked a link but didn't enter anything. Am I okay?

Usually, but clicking tells scammers your email is active. It could also trigger a 'drive-by download' on older browsers. Run a security scan to be safe.

What should I do with a fake company email?

Do not reply or click. Mark it as 'Phishing' or 'Spam' in your email provider. This helps their filters block similar messages for other users.

Brand Checker

Verify 'Official' company emails before you act.

Scammers impersonate trusted global brands like Apple, Google, and Amazon to steal your credit card details and login credentials. They use 'Lookalike Domains' that are designed to look identical to real corporate addresses at a quick glance.

Security Insight

Brand impersonation accounts for over 50% of all phishing attacks. Scammers rely on your existing trust in these companies to make you lower your guard when you see a 'Security Alert' or 'Account Statement'.

Identifies Lookalike Domains

Spots 'Urgent Security' lures

Protects your primary logins

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How to spot a Fake Company Email

Large corporations have strict email security (SPF, DKIM, DMARC) and consistent communication styles. Watch out for these red flags in any brand-themed message.

The 'Lookalike' Sender Domain

The email looks like it's from @amazon.com but is actually from @amazon-support.net or @amozon.com (note the 'o').

Threats of 'Account Suspension'

Claiming your subscription has been canceled or your account locked to force you to click a link and 'verify' your details.

Links to unrelated websites

The 'Sign In' button in a 'Microsoft' email leads to a random URL like 'portal-login-secure-392.web.app'.

Requests for 'Update Payment'

Claiming a recent payment failed and asking you to enter your credit card details directly on a page linked in the email.

What IsThisSpam checks before you trust a sender

Quick verdicts are useful, but the real value is understanding why something looks safe, uncertain, or risky.

Non-standard Email Headers

Real company emails are sent through dedicated servers. Check the 'Reply-To' address—if it's different from the sender, it's a scam.

Generic 'Dear User' greetings

Companies you have an account with will almost always address you by your real name as it appears on your profile.

Formatting & Image Quality

Look for blurry logos, inconsistent fonts, or the use of old 'Facebook' branding instead of the modern 'Meta' corporate identity.

Unusual attachments (.html, .htm)

A 'Statement' or 'Invoice' attached as an HTML file is a technique used to bypass email filters and host a local phishing form.

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