Local scam alerts for the United States
Verified scam campaign alerts for the United States. New alerts are added when confirmed by authoritative sources.
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Active and recently verified alerts
- ActiveSMS phishing (smishing)
USPS smishing scam
Criminals send texts or emails claiming a USPS package could not be delivered, an address is incomplete, or a fee is owed. The messages are typically designed to steal payment details or personal information through fake tracking links. U.S. Postal Inspection Service guidance warns that unexpected delivery problem messages with links are a common smishing pattern — verify through usps.com rather than the message.
Impersonated brand: United States Postal Service (USPS)
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- ActiveSMS phishing (smishing)
Toll road text scam
Scammers send texts claiming you owe unpaid tolls through programs such as E-ZPass, FasTrak, or SunPass. Messages may threaten late fees or registration suspension and link to phishing sites. FCC consumer guidance warns that legitimate toll agencies generally do not demand immediate payment through unsolicited text links.
Impersonated brand: E-ZPass, FasTrak, SunPass, and other U.S. toll programs
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- ActiveGovernment impersonation
IRS impersonation scam
Scammers impersonate the IRS through email, text, social media messages, and phone calls. They may claim you owe tax, must verify an account, or are due a refund — often with links or QR codes to fake IRS sites. According to IRS guidance, the IRS does not initiate contact by email, text, or social media to demand payment or sensitive information.
Impersonated brand: Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
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- ActiveGovernment impersonation
SSA impersonation scam
Scammers pose as the Social Security Administration (SSA) or SSA Office of the Inspector General (OIG). They may claim your Social Security number is suspended, benefits are at risk, or you owe a fine — and pressure you to pay or share personal information. According to SSA guidance, SSA will not threaten you or demand unexpected payment this way.
Impersonated brand: Social Security Administration (SSA) and SSA Office of the Inspector General
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- Recently observedBrand impersonation
Amazon scam texts
Scammers impersonate Amazon with texts or emails about order problems, recalls, refunds, or account issues. Messages include links to phishing sites or fake support numbers. Amazon advises verifying orders and account activity only through Amazon.com or the official app.
Impersonated brand: Amazon
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- OngoingBank fraud
Bank & Zelle scam
Scammers impersonate banks or fraud departments through texts and calls about suspicious activity. People are often told to move money via Zelle or other instant payments to “protect” funds — but the transfer may go to the scammer. Banks generally do not ask you to send money to yourself or a new account to stop fraud.
Impersonated brand: U.S. banks and Zelle
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- OngoingBrand impersonation
Tech support scam
Tech support scams often begin with fake virus warnings in pop-ups or unsolicited calls claiming to be from Microsoft or another well-known company. Scammers may request remote access, payment for unnecessary repairs, or bank details for fake refunds. FTC and Microsoft guidance note that well-known tech companies generally do not make unsolicited calls about computer problems.
Impersonated brand: Microsoft and other technology brands
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- OngoingGovernment impersonation
Medicare scam calls
Scammers pose as Medicare representatives to ask for Medicare or Social Security numbers, offer fake equipment or plans, or claim benefits will be canceled. According to Medicare and FTC consumer guidance, Medicare does not call to sell services or demand sensitive information in unsolicited contacts.
Impersonated brand: Medicare (CMS)
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- OngoingPhishing
PayPal phishing scam
Scammers send emails or texts claiming to be PayPal about account limitations, suspicious payments, or refunds. Messages link to fake login pages to capture credentials or payment details. PayPal advises forwarding suspicious messages to phishing@paypal.com without clicking links.
Impersonated brand: PayPal
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- OngoingPhishing
Apple ID phishing
Scammers send emails, texts, or calls claiming your Apple ID is locked, a purchase was made, or iCloud storage failed. Links lead to fake Apple login pages to steal credentials. Apple advises checking account status through Settings or appleid.apple.com — not through message links.
Impersonated brand: Apple
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