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Rising Trend: Understanding The World Of Scam Texts

Recently, I got a text message from "USPS" claiming a package that was being shipped to me was unable to be delivered due to incomplete adress information. As soon as I read it, two things immediatley stuck out to me.

• First, the link in the text message was not redirecting to the official USPS site (usps.com)
• And, the sender of the message was some random Gmail account.

I knew this text had to be a scam, a common trend shared by many Americans lately.

The way this scam worked was you were asked to visit their website. Then, you are asked to fill out a form that askes for various personal information. Then, the scammers claim that you need to pay a "redelivery fee" for 30 cents

This is just one example of scams via texs work, but I have included some other common tatics scammer utilize when going about scamming people.

• Typos, grammatical mistakes, and unprofessional language are usually signs of a scam.
• If they are driecting to a website, check if the link is the offical website of the company/organization.
• Scam texts are typically sent from a random phone number, and in my case it was sent using a random iMessage address.
• In a lot of scam text messages, the scammer will incite a feeling of dread by writing with a tone of urgency. This will make a some people go into a reaction response without even thinking about the message being a scam until it's too late.

Conclusion: Guarding Against Scam Texts

In the dynamic realm of digital communication, the prevalence of scam text messages demands heightened awareness. Exemplified by a recent encounter with a deceptive courier service message, recognizing and thwarting these scams is paramount. Vigilance is key—scrutinize links, verify sender legitimacy, and be cautious of urgent tones. By staying informed and adopting a discerning approach, you can fortify your defenses against scam texts.