Is This UPS Email a Scam? How to Tell
UPS scams use fake delivery notifications and tracking updates to direct victims to phishing sites. These scams spike during holiday shopping seasons when people expect multiple deliveries.
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Example Scam Messages
These are examples of fake messages impersonating UPS. Never click links in unsolicited messages.
“UPS: Your package requires address verification before delivery. Confirm at: ups-delivery-update.com”
“UPS: We were unable to deliver your package. Pay the redelivery fee of $3.50: ups-redeliver.net”
Red Flags to Watch For
- UPS does not request payments via text or email
- Links to non-ups.com domains
- Requests for personal information to "verify delivery"
- Small fee requests to capture credit card details
- Emails without your specific tracking number
Legitimate UPS Contact Info
Visit ups.com, use the UPS app (UPS My Choice), or call 1-800-742-5877. Track packages only at ups.com/track.
Live Community Flags
Recently reported UPS scam variants from the Cautellus community. Flagged items include deepfake videos, cloned voicemail, and spoofed domains.
Community reporting for UPS is launching soon. Submissions will appear here with timestamps and scam-type tags.
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