It might say there’s suspicious activity on your account and tell you to call a number. The most-reported text scam looks like a fraud alert from your bank, but it’s fake. Whether it’s the thrill of getting a free item or the panic about a large unauthorized charge, scammers know that these texts are hard to ignore. The latest FTC Data Spotlight explores how text scams try to get you to act NOW. So, what are they? And how do you avoid them?
An analysis of consumer reports reveals the top text scams from 2022. Lots of people have been reporting to the FTC that they’re getting texts from scammers impersonating people and organizations you know and trust - like your bank or companies like Amazon. If you get tons of scam text messages, you’re not alone.
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