Cyber Safety · 55 sec
The Fake Package Delivery Text
A small delivery fee can be used to steal your card details.
The useful idea
- The lure
An unexpected delivery text creates urgency by claiming that a package is delayed or needs a small fee.
- The handoff
Its link can open a look-alike website that asks for personal information and payment card details.
- The safe check
Open the retailer or carrier account yourself and check the tracking information there.
Why this matters
A familiar delivery story can make an unfamiliar link feel routine and safe.
Try this
Do not tap the message link; verify the delivery in the official app or website.
Test your recall
Where should you verify an unexpected delivery problem?
- Inside the text-message link
- In the official carrier account — correct
- By replying with your address
Use an official app or a website you navigate to independently.