Definition
Smishing is phishing by SMS or messages: the link feels urgent, but it leads to a fake page.
Example
Example: if a message uses smishing to pressure you into clicking, paying, or sharing data, verify it outside the message first.
See also
phishingPhishing is when someone pretends to be your bank or a company to steal data or money by email, SMS or phone.otpOTP means one-time code: the temporary number you receive to confirm a login or payment.spoofingSpoofing means faking the visible identity: email sender, phone number or website can look real.