ShoppingReviewed 18 August 2026
Delivery problem text
A text claims a parcel cannot be delivered and links to a fake tracking or fee page.
WHY IT WORKS
The hook
Most people are expecting a parcel at some point, and a small redelivery fee feels routine.
WHAT THEY WANT
The endgame
Card details, login credentials, personal information, or a malicious download.
WHAT TO NOTICE
Three repeating signals
- 01
The message is unexpected and urgent
- 02
The link’s domain is misspelled or unrelated
- 03
A small fee or address confirmation is required
IF YOU ALREADY ACTED
Move quickly, without panic
- Contact the card issuer if you paid
- Change any password entered on the page
- Watch for follow-up impersonation attempts
Recovery depends on the payment method and circumstances. Contact the relevant bank, platform or local authority using independently verified details.