Why am I getting 'package waiting' texts if I didn't order anything?

Scammers send these out in bulk to thousands of numbers at once. They hope that a small percentage of people will currently be waiting for a real delivery and will click without thinking.

I clicked the link. Is my phone hacked?

Clicking a link usually won't hack your phone, but entering details on the site will compromise your data. If you didn't enter info, you are likely safe, but expect more spam messages.

How can I check if a real package is waiting?

If you have a real order, go to the official website of the store you bought from and check your order history. They will provide a legitimate tracking number there.

Package Scam Checker

Verify 'package waiting' alerts before you click.

Scammers use the vague promise of a 'waiting package' to lure you to phishing sites. If you didn't order anything or the link looks strange, check the message here before you act.

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This scam relies on the 'curiosity gap'. By not mentioning the retailer or the contents, scammers force you to click the link just to find out what is supposedly waiting for you.

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Common 'Package Waiting' Scam Signals

Legitimate shipping companies provide detailed tracking numbers and the name of the sender. Watch out for these vague, suspicious patterns.

The 'Action Required' urgency

A message claiming your package is waiting but requires 'immediate action' or 'confirmation of details' before it can be delivered.

Vague sender information

The message doesn't say who the package is from or what courier is handling it, using generic terms like 'the logistics center'.

Request for personal 'Verification'

Being asked to enter your name, address, and date of birth on a website just to 'view your package status'.

Unsolicited 'Shipment ID' alerts

Receiving a text with a random 'Shipment ID' that doesn't match any orders you have recently placed.

What IsThisSpam checks before you trust a sender

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Suspicious Tracking Links

Links that lead to domains like 'track-your-waiting-parcel.com' or 'shipping-center-update.org' instead of official courier sites.

Sent from a personal mobile number

If the alert comes from a standard mobile phone number instead of a verified business sender, it is 100% a scam.

High-pressure 'Storage Fee' warnings

Claims that your package is in a warehouse and will incur daily storage fees unless you claim it immediately.

Request for 'Processing' payments

Any link that asks for a small fee ($1-$2) to 'finalize' or 'release' your waiting package is a move to steal your card data.

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