Amazon Package Scams: Fake Delivery Notifications

Fraudulent text messages claiming undelivered Amazon packages have become ubiquitous, targeting both Amazon customers and non-customers alike. These "smishing" attacks use urgency—package delays, address issues, or account problems—to pressure immediate action.

Messages contain links to convincing fake Amazon websites requesting login credentials, credit card updates, or small "redelivery fees." Some links download malware that steals banking information from mobile devices. The Better Business Bureau reports these scams peak during holiday shopping seasons, but continue year-round with criminals exploiting Amazon's market dominance.

Verification: Amazon communicates delivery issues through the official app and email, never via unexpected texts with embedded links. Check order status by opening the Amazon app directly—don't click message links. Legitimate delivery problems appear in your account's order history. Forward suspicious messages to stop-spoofing@amazon.com before deleting them.