The “UPS Ground Reschedule Your Shipment Delivery” text scam is a phishing attempt designed to trick you into clicking a fake link, entering personal information, or downloading malware.
Here’s what you need to know:
🚨 What the Scam Looks Like
You may receive a text message that looks something like:
“UPS: We were unable to deliver your package. Reschedule delivery here: [fake-link.com]”
Or:
“UPS Ground: Your shipment is on hold. Please reschedule delivery: [suspicious link]”
These messages:
Often appear urgent
Include a link pretending to be from UPS
May spoof the sender name (like “UPS” or “UPS Ground”)
⚠️ Red Flags to Watch For
| Red Flag | What It Means |
|---|---|
| Generic greeting (no name or tracking info) | Scam messages are not personalized |
| Suspicious-looking link | Real UPS links are on ups.com |
| Urgent or threatening language | Tries to rush you into clicking |
| Unsolicited delivery notice | You weren’t expecting a package |
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✅ What To Do (and Not Do)
❌ Don’t:
Click the link
Enter any personal info (name, address, SSN, credit card)
Call any numbers in the message
Download any apps or files
✅ Do:
Delete the message
Report it to UPS:
Forward the message to 7726 (SPAM) and/or email to fraud@ups.comCheck your real UPS deliveries:
Log in with your official UPS account if needed
🔐 Tips to Stay Safe
Never trust links in unsolicited texts
Use official apps or websites to manage deliveries
Enable 2FA on UPS and email accounts
Keep your phone’s security software up to date
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