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Many people are receiving text messages and emails that appear to come from the United States Postal Service (USPS). These messages often mention delivery issues, reschedule delivery issues, unpaid shipping fees, or packages being held. These text and email messages are not from USPS, they are sent by scammers.
The purpose of these fake USPS messages is not to help you receive a package, but to steal your personal and financial information so scammers can scam you.
The main motive behind these scam texts and emails is financial gain and identity theft. Scammers use the trusted USPS name to create urgency and fear, hoping victims will act quickly without thinking.
Their objectives mainly include:
In some cases, the information collected is sold to other cybercriminals, allowing the scam to continue on a much larger scale.
Scammers carefully design these messages to look official and time-sensitive. Common tactics include:
USPS does not request sensitive personal or financial information through unsolicited texts or emails.
Legitimate USPS communications:
If you did not sign up for USPS delivery notifications, receiving such a message is a strong warning sign.
To check a real delivery, always go directly to the official USPS website by typing the address yourself.
Few example of USPS scam messages are shown below:
Example 1:
"USPS® Ground
Redeliver Your Package
We made an attempt to deliver your USPS parcel; however, we were unable to connect with you for completion of the delivery. An in-person signature is required for your package. Kindly follow the instructions below to arrange for a new delivery.
Reschedule Your Delivery Now:
usps .com@serviceyuwt.sbs /TrackConfirm/
Your options include:
・Selecting a different date and time for delivery
To proceed, simply reply with "Y" and close and reopen this email for the link to activate. If you encounter any issues with the link, please copy it and paste it manually into your Safari browser.
Important Reminder:
・Your parcel will be stored at our local facility for a maximum of three days following the notification date.
・Failure to reschedule by this deadline will result in your package being returned to the sender.
・Ensure your contact information is current to receive updates on your delivery via USPS My Choice®.
We appreciate your trust in USPS® Ground. Our goal is to ensure your shipment is delivered promptly and in excellent condition."
Example 2:
"A delivery attempt was made on October 9, but we were unable to reach you by phone. This shipment requires a direct signature for delivery. To ensure you receive your package, please reschedule your delivery using the link below. We appreciate your cooperation and look forward to getting your shipment delivered."
Example 3:
"Important Notice:
• Your package will be held at our local facility for a period of three days from the date of this notification.
• Failure to reschedule within this timeframe will result in the item being returned to the sender.
• For timely updates on your delivery, please ensure that your contact information is up to date in USPS My Choice®. Thank you for choosing USPS® Ground. We are committed to ensuring your package is delivered efficiently and in excellent condition."
Example 4:
Fake Delivery Issue Text:
"USPS Alert: Your package cannot be delivered due to an incomplete address.
Please confirm your details within 12 hours to avoid return.
Click here to update."
Example 5:
Fake Small Fee Scam:
"USPS Notification: A $0.30 delivery fee is pending for your parcel.
Payment is required to release the package.
Pay now."
Example 6:
Fake Package On Hold Message:
"USPS: Your shipment is on hold at our warehouse due to address verification failure.
Please verify immediately to prevent cancellation."
Example 7:
Fake USPS Email (Phishing):
"Subject: USPS Delivery Attempt Failed
Dear Customer,
We attempted to deliver your package but were unsuccessful.
To schedule redelivery, please confirm your information below.Failure to act may result in package disposal.
Confirm now."
Example 8:
Final Warning Text:
"Final Notice from USPS: Your package will be returned today.
Update delivery details now to avoid loss."
So, these are few examples of fake USPS scam text and email messages.
These text and email messages are not from USPS, but from scammers trying to steal your personal and financial information. USPS does not ask for payments or sensitive details through unsolicited messages. If you receive such texts or emails, do not click any links, do not respond, and delete them immediately.
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