Phishing quiz — can you spot the scam?

Five quick scenarios. See how sharp your phishing instincts are and get instant tips — no signup needed.

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An email from “IT Helpdesk <it-support@yourcompany-secure.com>” says your password expires in 1 hour and links to a login page. What's the biggest red flag?

How it works

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Answer 5 scenarios

Real-world phishing situations across email, SMS and QR codes.

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Learn as you go

Get an instant explanation after each question.

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See your score

Find out how you did and where to improve.

Why test your phishing skills?

Phishing is the starting point for the majority of breaches, and attacks now span email, SMS (smishing), voice (vishing) and QR codes (quishing). Knowing the red flags — urgency, lookalike domains, credential requests — is the fastest way to avoid being the entry point.

A quiz is a great gut-check, but real resilience comes from continuous practice. HookPhish runs realistic, personalized phishing simulations and trains people in the moment they slip, turning awareness into a lasting habit.

Frequently asked questions

Is the phishing quiz free?+

Yes. The HookPhish phishing quiz is completely free, takes about two minutes, and requires no signup.

Can I run this for my whole team?+

The quiz is for individuals, but HookPhish phishing simulations let you test and train your entire organization with personalized campaigns and reporting. Book a demo to see it.

What's the difference between this quiz and the awareness test?+

The quiz uses real-world scenarios to test spotting skills; the phishing awareness test checks your knowledge of phishing concepts. Try both.

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