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:
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Often appear urgent
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Include a link pretending to be from UPS
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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:
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Click the link
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Enter any personal info (name, address, SSN, credit card)
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Call any numbers in the message
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Download any apps or files
✅ Do:
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Delete the message
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Report it to UPS:
Forward the message to 7726 (SPAM) and/or email to fraud@ups.com -
Check your real UPS deliveries:
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Log in with your official UPS account if needed
🔐 Tips to Stay Safe
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Never trust links in unsolicited texts
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Use official apps or websites to manage deliveries
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Enable 2FA on UPS and email accounts
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Keep your phone’s security software up to date
