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1. consumer.ftc.gov › consumer-alerts › 2023Fake shipping notification emails and text messages: What you ...

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   When you order something online, you might get several emails or text messages about your order: Confirming your order. Telling you it shipped. Saying it's out for delivery. Notifying you about delivery. Did you know that scammers send fake package shipment and delivery notifications to try to steal people's personal information — not just at the holidays, but all year long? Here's what you ...

2. www.fcc.gov › how-identify-and-avoid-packageHow to Identify and Avoid Package Delivery Scams | Federal ...

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   Mar 7, 2022 · (See also FCC Consumer Guide: One Ring Phone Scam) If you receive suspicious email, text or phone messages, go to the delivery carrier's website directly or use the retailer's tracking tools to verify the sender's identity and avoid these scams. In addition, the U.S. Postal Service has posted an alert about phony delivery texts. The alert cites ...

3. www.canadapost-postescanada.ca › cpc › enRecognizing spam, fraudulent emails and text messages

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   No, you don't need to report suspicious emails or text messages to Canada Post. If you think you've been the victim of fraud, report the incident to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre by calling 1-888-495-8501. You can also forward any spam text messages to 7726 (SPAM on most keypads). This will let your phone provider block future texts from that ...

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5. www.cnn.com › 2021/01/23 › businessGot a package you didn’t order? It could be a scam - CNN

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   Jan 23, 2021 · If you get merchandise you didn’t order, it could mean that scammers have created an account in your name or taken over your account, an FTC spokesperson said in an email. Scammers may have even ...

6. malwaretips.com › blogs › you-have-a-package-waitingBeware! “You Have a Package Waiting” Emails Are a Scam

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   Oct 16, 2023 · This phishing scam sends emails informing recipients they have a package waiting for delivery. The emails pretend to come from shipping companies and provide fake tracking numbers. They instruct people to click a link to resolve delivery issues. The link goes to a fake website that steals personal information.

7. www.bbb.org › article › news-releasesScam Alert: Don’t Be Fooled by a Fake Package Delivery Scam

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   Dec 1, 2023 · A different delivery scam includes a text stating, "The USPS package has arrived at the warehouse and cannot be delivered due to incomplete address information. Please confirm your addressin the ...

8. People also ask

   What is a delivery scam?

   • Many delivery scams start with a text message or an email about delivering a package to your address, according to the Better Business Bureau. These messages often include a "tracking link" that you are urged to click in order to update your delivery or payment preferences.

   How to Identify and Avoid Package Delivery Scams

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   How do I know if a delivery company is scamming?

   • The first scams to look out for are phishing texts or emails that pose as official notices from delivery companies. These either contain a "tracking link," a message that the shipper is having difficulty delivering a package to you, or a link to update delivery preferences.

   BBB Scam Alert: Don't click on that text! 5 ways to avoid delivery scams

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   What is a USPS delivery scam?

   • A different delivery scam includes a text stating, "The USPS package has arrived at the warehouse and cannot be delivered due to incomplete address information. Please confirm your address in the link: [url] (Please reply to 1, then exit the SMS, open the SMS activation link again, or copy the link to a Safari browser and open it).

   BBB Scam Alert: Don't click on that text! 5 ways to avoid delivery scams

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   How can I avoid a package delivery scam?

   • National delivery companies are also providing information on their websites to help consumers avoid falling for package delivery scams. Both FedEx and UPS say they do not seek payment or personal information through unsolicited texts and email. On its website, FedEx includes common warning signs of mail, text or online scams:

   How to Identify and Avoid Package Delivery Scams

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   How do shipping scams work?

   • Urgency to receive packages – Creating a sense of urgency gets people to click without thinking things through. Confidence in delivery companies – Consumers generally trust shipping companies, so scammers pretend to be them. The scammers behind this operate by casting a wide net with these phony emails.

   Beware! “You Have a Package Waiting” Emails Are a Scam

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   Are delivery notification scams stealing your money?

   • More shopping online means more package deliveries for consumers. With the increase in deliveries, the FCC has received complaints about delivery notification scam calls and texts, proving once again that fraudsters are following the trends and adapting their scams to steal your money and information.

   How to Identify and Avoid Package Delivery Scams

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9. www.bbb.org › article › scamsBBB Scam Alert: Don't click on that text! 5 ways to avoid ...

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   Oct 5, 2023 · How to avoid delivery scams: 1. Take precautions to ensure a safe delivery: If you have a valuable or fragile item delivered to your home, purchase shipping insurance. In addition, always get ...