Online Threat Alerts (OTA) - Alerting you to scams and frauds.

DPD Scam Text Message

DPD scam texts are phishing attempts falsely claiming a parcel delivery failed, demanding payments for redelivery, customs, or insurance via suspicious links. These scams aim to steal personal or banking data. Do not click links, do not pay, and delete the message immediately.

About the Scam

  • Requests for Payment: DPD never asks for additional payments for shipping.
  • Suspicious Links: URLs that do not match official DPD domains, often using shorteners like bit.ly.
  • Urgency: Threats that a package will be returned if not acted upon immediately.
  • Sender Details: Unusual phone numbers or sender IDs.

Protect Yourself

  • Verify Independently: Go directly to the official DPD website to track your parcel, rather than clicking links in the text.
  • Ignore the Message: Do not reply, not even with "STOP".
  • Block the Number: Delete the message and block the sender.
  • Report the Fraud: If you have provided data, report it to the police.
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