THE GEN C:\> SCAN PACKAGE-TEXT
Fake Package Delivery Text Scam
A text, usually pretending to be USPS, says there's a problem delivering your package and links to a look-alike site asking for a small "redelivery fee." The FTC says this was the most-reported text scam in 2024.
"USPS: Your package could not be delivered due to an incomplete address. Update here within 12 hours: usps-redelivery-help.top"
Red flags
- Unexpected delivery problem
- A link to a site that isn't usps.com (or the real carrier)
- A small fee to "redeliver"
- Asks for card or Social Security number
What to do
- Don't click. Track packages by typing the carrier's real website or using its app.
- Forward the text to 7726 and delete it.
Where to report it
- Forward scam texts to 7726 (SPAM)
- Report to the FTC: ReportFraud.ftc.gov
- Gave away personal info? IdentityTheft.gov
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Sources
- FTC Data Spotlight: Top text scams of 2024 (Apr 14, 2025)
- FTC: Scammers hide harmful links in QR codes (Dec 6, 2023)
Last checked: 2026-10-19. General education, not legal or financial advice. Sample messages are made up.