Asking for a "redelivery fee" of $1 or $2 to get your card info.
to see if it has been flagged as malicious
If you were looking to create a social media post to warn others about this, here are a few options based on recent safety alerts : Option 1: Urgent Warning (Facebook/Nextdoor) 62TPzip
PSA: That "package on hold" text you just got? It's a scam. 🛑 📦 The Hook: They claim your ZIP code is wrong. The Goal: Stealing your credit card or address.
or layout for a different social platform Asking for a "redelivery fee" of $1 or
URLs that look almost right but aren't (e.g., usps-delivery-info.com ).
SCAM ALERT: Fake USPS Delivery Texts Body: If you get a text saying your package is "on hold" or has an "invalid ZIP code" (like 62TPzip), do not click the link! USPS will never text you out of the blue asking for personal info or payment to redeliver a package. They only send updates if you specifically signed up for them on their official site. Stay safe: Report these texts to USPS Fraud or the FTC . 🛡️ Option 2: Short & Punchy (X/Twitter/Instagram) 🛑 📦 The Hook: They claim your ZIP code is wrong
📌 If you are actually waiting for a package, use the official USPS ZIP Code Lookup or their tracking tool directly on their website to verify your shipment status. If you'd like, I can help you: