What Happens If I Click A Phishing Link?

This article provides practical guidance for users who click phishing links: cease interaction with the link or any downloaded files, contact the security team, and change credentials if submitted; it highlights that attackers may track clicks and target users further, even on mobile. It explains common phishing traits (spoofed senders, urgency, deceptive links), outlines potential consequences such as credential theft, spyware, and ransomware, and advises navigating directly to trusted sites or bookmarks instead of suspicious links to reduce risk.