Does Google ever ask for my password in an email?

Never. Google will never ask you to provide your password, 2FA code, or personal details via email. They will always ask you to log in to your account directly.

How can I safely check my account alerts?

Don't click any links in the email. Instead, open a new browser tab, go to 'myaccount.google.com', and check for notifications in the Security section.

I entered my password on a fake site. What now?

Change your password immediately on the REAL Google site. Check your 'Active Sessions' and log out of any devices you don't recognize. Revoke any unfamiliar 'App Passwords'.

Gmail Security

Verify Gmail alerts before you sign in.

Gmail is the world's most targeted email platform. Scammers impersonate Google Security to send fake 'Account Suspended' or 'New Login Detected' alerts, designed to trick you into entering your password on a fraudulent page.

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Over 90% of Gmail phishing attacks use 'Display Name Spoofing' to make an email look like it's from 'Google Security' when the actual sender is a random, unrelated address.

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How to spot a Gmail Phishing Scam

Legitimate Google security alerts have very specific characteristics. Watch out for these common tactics used to steal access to your Gmail account.

The 'Account Suspended' Threat

A message claiming your account will be deleted in 24 hours due to a 'policy violation' unless you click a link to 'verify' your identity.

Fake 'New Sign-in' Alerts

A notification about a sign-in from a strange device/location. It includes a button to 'Secure Account' that leads to a fake login portal.

Non-Google Sender Domains

Official alerts come from @google.com or @accounts.google.com. Scammers use domains like 'google-security-verify.com' or random Gmail addresses.

Request for 'Backup Codes'

Any email that asks you to provide your 2FA backup codes or your recovery phone number is a high-risk phishing attempt.

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.

Inconsistent Branding

Look for outdated Google logos, weird fonts, or low-quality graphics that don't match the modern Google Workspace aesthetic.

Generic Greetings

Google knows your name. If an alert starts with 'Dear User' or 'Hi Customer,' it's almost certainly a generic phishing blast.

Hidden URL Destinations

The 'Sign-in' button leads to a URL shortener (bit.ly) or a domain that doesn't contain 'google.com' in the core address.

Grammar and Spelling Errors

Professional security teams at Google don't make mistakes like 'Account under danger' or 'Verification is mandatory needed'.

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