Package delivery text

What it looks like

Example scam message

“Delivery notice: Your package is on hold due to an incomplete address. Confirm your details and pay a $1.99 redelivery fee at [link] within 24 hours or the package will be returned.”

Details like names, amounts, and links change — the pattern stays the same.

Red flags to watch for

• ⚠A delivery problem for a package you were not expecting.
• ⚠A small 'redelivery' or 'customs' fee you must pay by link.
• ⚠A link that is not the carrier's official website.
• ⚠No tracking number you recognize, or a made-up one.

What to do

1. Do not tap the link or enter any card details.
2. If you are expecting a package, look up the tracking number on the seller's or carrier's real website yourself.
3. Forward the text to 7726 (SPAM), then delete it.

Where to report it

• •ReportFraud.ftc.gov
• •IC3.gov
• •Forward the text to 7726 (SPAM)

Related scams

• Unpaid toll textA text message says you owe a small unpaid toll and threatens a big late fee or trouble with your license unless you pay right away through a link.
• Utility shut-off threatA caller or text claims your electric, gas, or water service will be shut off within the hour unless you pay immediately — often by prepaid card, gift card, or a payment app.
• Fake bank fraud alertA text or call that looks like your bank warns you about a suspicious charge and asks you to reply, tap a link, or 'verify' your account.

ShieldGuard provides informational guidance to help you spot likely scams. It is not legal or financial advice and not a guarantee — no tool catches every scam. When money is involved, slow down and talk to someone you trust before acting.