How to Recognize and Report Spam Text Messages | Consumer Advice
For further protection, you can review official advice on how to recognize and report spam from the Federal Trade Commission .
: You receive a text or email from an unknown sender containing a cryptic file name or a link to download one. 684867f.mp4
: If the message claims to have "proof" or video of you, it is almost certainly a bluff using data from old breaches.
: Sometimes, simply receiving a weird text is a way for scammers to check if your phone number is active. How to Recognize and Report Spam Text Messages
: Avoid clicking any links or downloading any files attached to the message. These often lead to malware or fake login pages designed to steal your credentials.
: Use your phone’s built-in tools to block the sender and report the message as junk or spam. : Sometimes, simply receiving a weird text is
: Any reply, even a "stop" message, confirms to the scammer that your number is active and monitored, leading to more spam.
