The key idea
Check the domain, responsible organisation and page purpose. A logo alone does not establish an official link.
Put it in context
A good system helps you find the right version and understand application history without lengthy searching. Use clear names and statuses, and review file access. Easy sharing should not lead to unnecessary disclosure or retaining versions with unclear origins.
Practical steps
- Check the domain
- Start from the official site
- Verify before sharing data
A practical example
For an unexpected registration link, navigate through the institution's known website. Page appearance or a logo alone should not establish trust.
Apply this to your own plan
For each step, note what you already know and what needs confirmation. Choose the first item you can act on and define a clear output: documented information, a completed checklist or a focused question for the right organisation. After acting, review what changed in your plan before moving to the next item.
What is a simple starting system?
Use a few folders for documents, correspondence, quotations and confirmations, plus a small status and next-step tracker. Add complexity only when there is a real need.
