Scam Message Examples

"Dear Applicant, we reviewed your LinkedIn profile and would like to offer you a remote Data Entry position at $65/hour. No interview required. Reply with your full name and SSN to begin onboarding."

Legitimate companies never skip interviews or ask for your SSN via email before hiring you.

"FedEx: Your package #7291-XK is waiting for delivery. A $2.99 redelivery fee is required. Pay here: fedex-redeliver.com"

FedEx doesn't charge redelivery fees via text. The domain is not fedex.com.

"My friend showed me this trading app and I already made $8,000 in 3 days! Want me to show you how? It's so easy."

Promises of fast, easy money from strangers are hallmarks of crypto scams. No legitimate investment guarantees returns.

"I know we just met online but I feel such a deep connection with you. I'm stuck overseas and need $500 for a flight home so we can finally meet. I'll pay you back, I promise."

Scammers build emotional bonds then fabricate emergencies requiring money. Real romantic interests don't ask for money before meeting.

"Chase Bank: Unauthorized transaction of $2,499.00 detected. If this wasn't you, verify your identity immediately at chase-secure-verify.com"

Chase Bank uses the domain chase.com, not chase-secure-verify.com. Banks never ask you to verify your identity via text links.

"SSA Alert: Your Social Security number has been suspended due to suspicious activity. Call 1-800-XXX-XXXX immediately to avoid legal action."

The SSA never suspends Social Security numbers or threatens legal action via text. This is designed to steal your personal information over the phone.