ScamScouter safety guide
SMS Scam Checker
Fake SMS messages often pretend to be from delivery companies, banks, toll services, tax agencies, payment apps or marketplaces. They create urgency and push you to tap a link.
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Common SMS scam examples
- fake delivery fee or address confirmation;
- bank account locked or fraud alert message;
- unpaid toll or government payment notice;
- marketplace payment confirmation link;
- prize, refund or gift card message.
Warning signs
Be careful if a text asks for payment, card details, passwords, verification codes or urgent action through a link.
What to do
Do not reply, do not tap suspicious links and open the official website or app directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is smishing?
Smishing is phishing through SMS text messages.
Can delivery texts be fake?
Yes. Fake delivery fee messages are common.
What if I entered my card after an SMS link?
Contact your bank immediately and block the card.
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