Scam Message Checker

Delivery SMS scam checker

Fake delivery texts ask for a small fee or details to "release" a parcel. Check a message below before paying.

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  • Remove bank details, passport numbers, Emirates ID, Aadhaar, or national IDs.
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Common Delivery SMS scams

  • Fake redelivery or "address confirmation" fees
  • Fake customs or import-charge demands
  • Links to fake courier tracking or payment pages
  • Requests for card details to release a parcel

Red flags on Delivery SMS

  • A small fee required to release a parcel
  • Unexpected delivery messages for items you did not order
  • Shortened or look-alike courier web addresses
  • Urgent "final attempt" warnings

Safety tips

  • Track parcels only on the courier's official website or app.
  • Couriers rarely ask for fees by text link.
  • Do not enter card details from a delivery text.
  • Report and delete suspicious delivery texts.

Related scam types

Delivery scamA scammer pretends a parcel is held or needs a fee, to capture your card details on a fake page.Smishing (SMS phishing)Smishing is phishing carried out through SMS text messages, often impersonating delivery companies, banks, or government agencies.Customs fee scamA scammer claims a package is stuck in customs and demands a fee to release it.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I check a Delivery SMS message for scams?

Paste the Delivery SMS message into the checker on this page. It runs in your browser and shows the red flags, what the message is likely trying to do, and safe next steps.

Is it safe to paste a Delivery SMS message here?

Yes. The message is analysed on your device and is not stored or sent to a server by default. Sensitive details are masked before analysis.

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