How This Scam Works
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Scammers send millions of fake delivery notification texts and emails, knowing many people are expecting packages.
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The message claims a package is undeliverable and needs address or payment verification.
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The link leads to a convincing replica of USPS, UPS, or FedEx asking for personal details and a small payment.
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Credit card details and personal information are captured and used for fraud.
Warning Signs
Unexpected delivery notification when you are not expecting a package
Text or email asks you to click a link to update delivery information
Requires a small payment ($1-$5) for redelivery or customs
Sender address does not match the official carrier domain
Link leads to a website that looks like USPS/UPS/FedEx but has a slightly different URL
Real Examples
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How to Protect Yourself
Track packages only through the carrier's official app or website
Do not click links in unexpected delivery notification texts
USPS, UPS, and FedEx will never ask for payment via text message
Forward suspicious texts to 7726 (SPAM)
If expecting a package, use the tracking number from your original order confirmation
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