Tech Fixx · Video

Understanding Phishing in the Digital Age | How to Spot & Avoid Scams

Watch this 1 min 54 sec tutorial from the Tech Fixx channel, published .

Check that the device, software and version shown match your setup. Use the player controls for captions, playback speed and full screen where available.

Loading the player connects to YouTube. If playback is unavailable here, watch on YouTube ↗.

From the video description

Phishing attacks are everywhere in today’s digital world — emails, texts, websites, even social media. 🎣 In this video, we’ll break down what phishing is, how it works, and how you can protect yourself.

You’ll learn:

What phishing is and why it’s so dangerous

Real-life examples of email, SMS, and social media phishing

How to spot red flags in suspicious messages

The difference between phishing, spear phishing, and whaling

Steps to take if you’ve clicked a phishing link

Best practices to stay safe online in 2025 and beyond

Whether you’re a student, professional, or just someone who wants to stay secure, this guide will help you avoid falling for online scams.