How It Works
SMS: "Your package is stuck. Pay ₹30 customs fee to this link." You pay ₹30 — they get your card details. Later, they drain your account. Same with "update address" links.
Real Example
SMS: "India Post: Your parcel with tracking ID is held. Pay ₹25 customs fee: indi-post[.]com" India Post doesn't send such SMS.
Red Flags 🚩
- Delivery SMS from unknown number
- Asking to pay small fee
- Link with fake courier name
- No tracking ID you recognize
Protection Steps 🛡️
- Check orders on official app/website.
- Don't click delivery SMS links.
- Real courier companies don't ask fee via SMS.
- Use official tracking on courier website.