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Is This USPS Email a Scam? How to Tell

USPS impersonation scams are among the most common text message scams, featuring fake delivery failure notices, package tracking links, and redelivery fee requests.

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Common USPS Scam Types

Delivery failure text messages
Fake tracking number phishing
Redelivery fee scams
Address verification scams

Example Scam Messages

These are examples of fake messages impersonating USPS. Never click links in unsolicited messages.

USPS: Your package could not be delivered. Schedule redelivery at usps-redelivery.com

USPS: Package #9400111201 requires address confirmation. Update at usps-tracking.com

Red Flags to Watch For

  • Text messages with links to non-usps.com websites
  • Requests for payment to redeliver packages
  • Generic messages that do not include specific tracking numbers
  • Links with domain names like usps-delivery.com

Legitimate USPS Contact Info

Visit usps.com or call 1-800-275-8777 for package tracking. USPS does not send unsolicited text messages. Track packages only at usps.com.

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