The internet is full of websites and within the internet, there are also fake websites that aim to cause harm to their victims. In order to stay away from fake websites it is important to be able to identify key factors that could indicate that a website isn’t genuine. Firstly is to make sure the URL is spelled correctly. For example, it is facebook.com instead of facbook.com. Additionally one can look for site seals that show that the site is in fact authentic. Site seals also normally are able to be clicked and thus will give the user more information about the website. Most importantly make sure there is a padlock on the site that indicates that the site is secured by TLS/SSL certificate. This will protect and encrypt the data that is entered on the site and further back the site is real. Most fake sites will have the site unlocked therefore they are able to read your information and potential cause harm using it. With just those factors users can help themselves and others identify fake sites and keep themselves safer on the internet!