How to Report an Email in Outlook as Phish
Reporting phishing emails in Outlook is crucial to protect your personal information and help prevent future phishing attempts. Follow these steps to report an email as phishing in Outlook:
Inside a Selected Email for Outlook Desktop Application
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Click on the Three Dots: In the top-right corner of the email, click on the three dots to open the menu.
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Select 'Report Phishing': From the dropdown menu, select Report. In the Report group, click on Report phishing. This will send the email to Microsoft for analysis and notify your IT Manager.
For Outlook Desktop Application
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Open the Email: Open the phishing email in your Outlook desktop application.
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Go to the Home Tab: Ensure you are in the 'Home' tab on the ribbon.
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Click on 'Report Message': In the Report group, click on Report phishing. This will send the email to Microsoft for analysis and notify your IT Manager.
For Outlook Mobile App
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Open the Email: Open the phishing email in your Outlook mobile app.
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Tap on the Three Dots: Tap on the three dots in the top-right corner of the email.
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Select 'Report Phishing': From the menu, select Report Phishing. This will send the email to Microsoft for analysis and notify your IT Manager.
Additional Tips
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Do Not Click on Links: Avoid clicking on any links or downloading attachments from suspicious emails.
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Verify the Sender: Check the sender's email address carefully. Phishing emails often use addresses that look similar to legitimate ones.
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Use Anti-Phishing Tools: Consider using additional anti-phishing tools and software to enhance your email security.
By following these steps, you can help protect yourself and others from phishing attacks.