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Is This Wells Fargo Email a Scam? How to Tell

Wells Fargo impersonation scams include fake security alerts, account verification requests, and phishing emails that mimic Wells Fargo online banking to steal customer credentials.

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Common Wells Fargo Scam Types

Security alert phishing texts

Online banking verification emails

Fake wire transfer confirmations

ATM card lock scams

Example Scam Messages

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

“Wells Fargo: Unusual sign-in detected. If this was not you, secure your account at wf-verify.com”

“Wells Fargo Alert: Your debit card has been temporarily disabled due to suspicious activity.”

Red Flags to Watch For

Links to sites other than wellsfargo.com
Requests for your online banking password
Calls asking you to verify your PIN
Emails about accounts you do not have

Real vs. Fake Wells Fargo — Side by Side

Signal	Real Wells Fargo	Fake / Scam
Login URL	wellsfargo.com only.	wf-verify.com, wellsfargo-secure.net, or any hyphenated variant.
Sign-in alerts	Match a device or location you recognize and link to wellsfargo.com / the app.	Tell you to "secure your account" via a non-WF domain link.
Credentials & PIN	Wells Fargo never asks for your online-banking password or PIN by phone or email.	Caller or email requests password, full SSN, or PIN to "verify" you.
Debit-card lock alerts	Visible in the Wells Fargo Mobile app.	Only exists as an SMS or email with a callback number.

Legitimate Wells Fargo Contact Info

Visit wellsfargo.com or call 1-800-869-3557. Wells Fargo sends legitimate alerts through the Wells Fargo Mobile app.

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