Because your passwords are so important, you should think carefully before you decide to share them with others, even your friends and family. When you share your passwords, there is a greater risk that someone could misuse your accounts by gaining access to information you don’t want to reveal by using the account in ways you don’t approve. For example, if you share your email password with someone, that person could read your personal emails, try to use your email account to access other online services you might use, such as your bank’s website or social networking sites, or use your account to impersonate you. Finally, when you share your password with someone, you should trust them to keep it safe. They could share it with others intentionally or unintentionally.
Be extra careful when asked to connect to the internet
Check the indications regarding your connection to the website.
First, look at the address bar in your browser to see if the URL looks legitimate. You should also check to see if the web address starts with https://, which indicates that your connection to the site is encrypted and protected from interception and modification. Some browsers also include a lock icon in the address bar next to https:// to more clearly indicate that your connection is encrypted and that you are connected more securely.
Report suspicious emails and scams
Most email providers, including Gmail, allow you to do this. Reporting a suspicious message to Gmail will help prevent that user from sending more emails and helps our abuse team deal with similar attacks.
