Many phishing attacks rely on disguised links and embedded images to fool users—especially in school environments where both staff and students receive a high volume of email. To mitigate these risks, schools should activate key security settings in Google Workspace that protect against shortened URLs, hidden threats in linked images, and untrusted domains.

Currently, the school’s protections for these features are off. Enabling them would allow Google to reveal real URL destinations, scan images for malicious payloads, and warn users before clicking suspicious links. Together, these settings create a more secure communication environment while reducing the likelihood of cyber threats slipping through.

Lastly, turning on automatic updates to recommended settings ensures your email protection evolves as new threats emerge. At Get Set Tech, we help schools review and activate the right email security features to keep their communities safe, informed, and connected.