Look at the domain, not the logo
A fake page can copy colors, text and screenshots. The address bar is more important than the visual design. If the real domain is not `chatgpt.com` or an official OpenAI-controlled domain, do not treat the page as a login page.
Read suspicious domains from right to left
In a link like `chatgpt.com.example.invalid`, the official-looking words are not the owner. The actual site is the domain at the end. This is one of the easiest tricks to miss when you are moving fast.
Be careful with ads
Search ads can appear above organic results. If you searched for “Chatt GPT login,” verify the destination before clicking and never enter credentials on a suspicious domain.
Avoid unofficial downloads
A page offering a special ChatGPT installer, cracked premium plan or “unlimited ChatGPT” download should be treated as high risk. Use official app stores and official websites.
Check browser extensions
Extensions can request broad permissions and read pages. Install only from trusted sources and avoid tools that ask for your ChatGPT credentials. A useful writing extension should not need your account password.
Watch for fake support
Scam support pages may ask for passwords, payment cards, remote access or recovery codes. Real support should not need your password. If a page asks you to "verify" by sharing a code, stop.
Use the link checker as a pause button
If you are unsure, paste the URL into the local checker on this site. It will not prove safety, but it can slow down the click and make the risky part of the address easier to see.
Use official communication sources
OpenAI lists official sites, support, status and social channels. Verify suspicious emails or posts against those official channels.