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  2. That text from the post office could be a scam. How to avoid ...

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    Scammers are using a hoax called smishing to try to deceive consumers who send packages through the mail. Experts share guidance on how you can avoid this scam. That text from the post office ...

  3. Who's really behind that random strange text from nowhere? - AOL

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    Text message scams, also known as "smishing," a combination of SMS and phishing, have become increasingly sophisticated. Scammers use various tactics to engage potential victims and gain their trust.

  4. Sick of those scam text messages? What you can do - AOL

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    The text might say, “Jonathan, urgent notice for your USPS package 97OR442 Available for pick 8:55 a.m. Click this link.” Even if you are expecting a package, you shouldn’t click the link.

  5. USPS warns about package tracking 'smishing' text messages ...

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    The text reply will be the package's latest tracking update. Individuals looking for more specific tracking information should send the package's tracking number to 28777 in addition to one of the ...

  6. Package redirection scam - Wikipedia

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    A package redirection scam is a form of e-commerce fraud, where a malicious actor manipulates a shipping label, to trick the mail carrier into delivering the package to the wrong address. This is usually done through product returns to make the merchant believe that they mishandled the return package, and thus provide a refund without the item ...

  7. Identify legitimate AOL websites, requests, and communications

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    • Don't use internet search engines to find AOL contact info, as they may lead you to malicious websites and support scams. Always go directly to AOL Help Central for legitimate AOL customer support. • Never click suspicious-looking links. Hover over hyperlinks with your cursor to preview the destination URL.

  8. From 'package delivery' texts to phishing, how to spot common ...

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    “Scammers will take advantage of your generosity and set up fake charities or GoFundMe campaigns" to get you to donate to a cause that's not real.

  9. Beware of Fake USPS Text Messages - AOL

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    Smishing is a form of phishing involving a text or phone number. For premium support please call: 800-290-4726 more ways to reach us