If you are someone who shops online, like most people nowadays, USPS has issued a warning about a ‘Smishing’ scam that you should be aware of.
Other organizations have also issued this warning, not just USPS. The United States Federal Trade Commission has also alerted shoppers about this possible scam that targets cell phones. Whether you’re shopping online from your home in Iowa or while you’re on vacation in Bora Bora, this scam can potentially affect you no matter where you are.
You may have heard of scams that occur while shopping online, and you may have even been targeted by a scammer in the past. Here’s a reminder: if something seems too good to be true or feels suspicious when you’re buying something online, trust your instincts because they’re usually correct.
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Smishing Scam
If you ever get a text message about a USPS item that you don’t recognize, it’s probably a Smishing scam targeting you. If you get a text message from USPS with a weird weblink that asks you to respond, don’t click on the link. This is what USPS says.
Scammers want you to believe that you either forgot about a package or that you’re genuinely curious about the message. Then you might give away your usernames, passwords, credit card details, social security numbers, and bank account information.
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Many people store their sensitive information on their phones to make online shopping easier, faster, and more convenient. The issue is that scammers might be able to access this information. Once these criminals obtain this information, they could potentially commit financial crimes like fraud or financial fraud.
USPS is advising customers to avoid clicking on any suspicious links, even if they are anticipating a package. If you need to report it, they ask you to visit USPS.com to track any package from USPS. USPS provides free tools that allow you to easily track your packages.
“USPS will only send text messages or emails to customers who have specifically requested the service and provided a tracking number.” There are many different types of online scams. Learn about the most common scams that people in Iowa often fall for, so you can protect yourself and avoid becoming a victim.
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