Fake SMS scams are becoming more and more innovative each day. Scammers send messages that appear real, but they're deceptively created to take your money or personal data. To keep you safe, here are 10 actual examples of spoofed SMS you need to know - and how TrueSender App can rescue you before you get fooled.
1. Fake Bank Alert
"Your account is suspended. Click this link to verify." Such links take you to phishing sites that resemble your bank login page.
2. Fake Lottery Win
"You have won ?10,00,000! Reply with your details to claim." Traditional trick to hijack personal data.
3. Fake Delivery Link
"Your package is held back. Pay ?49 to release it." Scammers employ malicious courier names such as BlueDart or India Post.
4. OTP or KYC Update Scam
"Update your KYC or your account will be blocked." Banks never send KYC update links through SMS.
5. Fake Job Offer
"Work from home & earn ?20,000 per week. Apply now!" They collect fees or personal info from job seekers.
6. Credit Card Upgrade Fraud
“Congratulations! You’re eligible for a Gold Card. Click here.” Links often install malware.
7. Government Subsidy Scam
“Claim your ?2000 PM Kisan benefit today!” Fake government benefit texts targeting rural users.
8. Recharge Cashback Offer
“Get ?500 cashback instantly! Tap here.” Redirects to fake payment gateways.
9. Social Media Account Warning
"Your Instagram account will be deactivated. Confirm here." Directs to login phishing websites.
10. Fake Police or Legal Message
"A case is lodged against you. Call now to resolve." Fear-based scam for extortion.
How TrueSender Stops Fake SMS
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