Being Tricky
The short answer
The USPS text scam is a fake text saying your package can’t be delivered until you click a link to update your address or pay a small fee.
At a glance
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The FTC describes several versions.
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The link opens a copy of a real-looking USPS page.
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You never signed up for USPS texts.
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Reporting takes a minute and helps block the sender for other people.
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The same trick shows up with other names.
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You might ask
Does USPS send text messages? Only if you asked for them.
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