Suspicious Bank Email RESTORE ACCOUNT ACCESS Confirm Identity Wells Fargo Chase of America Real Fake

Quick video showing you how to tell if an email you received from your big bank asking you to "confirm your identity" is a scam or real.
Check the Sender's Email Address: Hover over the sender's name to see if the email address matches the displayed name. Spoofed emails often have mismatched or suspicious email addresses.
Verify the From Email Address: Before clicking on any links, check the "From" email address. If it seems suspicious or unfamiliar, it might be a phishing attempt.
Hover Over the "From" Display Name: Move your pointer over the "from" display name to see what email address pops up. This can help you identify if the email is coming from a legitimate source.
Examine the Content for Grammatical Errors: Phishing emails often contain grammatical errors or awkward language, which can be a sign of a scam.
Check for Public Email Domains: Bogus emails may use public email domains like '@gmail.com'. Legitimate organizations usually have custom domains for their emails. #wellsfargo #bankofamerica #chasebank #citibank #pncbank
This is a copy of the email I received
Wells Fargo Alert: This is automatic message.
WELLS FARGO
Your account has been restricted.#
Dear Customer,
After a recent review of your account, we suspect unauthorized access by a third party to your Online Banking account.
As a precaution, safeguarding the security of your account should be your top priority. Your access to certain sensitive account features has been temporarily restricted.
To restore your account access, we need to confirm your identity.
Follow the link below: Confirm Your Identity
Sincerely,
Online Customer Service
If you have any questions please call us at 1-800-956-4442, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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