Scam Texts Pretending to Be Amazon Recalls Are Targeting Montana Shoppers
If you live in Montana and shop on Amazon even once in a while, there is a good chance one of these sketchy text messages has already landed on your phone. It usually reads something like, “Your Amazon purchase has been flagged for safety concerns. Stop using it immediately and click here for your refund.” Pretty alarming, right? That is exactly how scammers get you. They want you to panic, ignore common sense, and tap that link without thinking.
Scammers Use Fake Refund Links to Steal Your Information
These messages are designed to look like official warnings about dangerous or recalled products. Some even promise you an instant refund and claim you do not need to return anything. All you have to do is click. But here is the reality. That link does not go to Amazon. It sends you to a fake website that tries to steal your login, your personal info, or even your bank details. In some cases, it can secretly install malware on your phone.
Why This Scam Is Spreading Fast in Montana
Whether you are hauling kids to school, out feeding animals before sunrise, or running errands in town, it is easy to click something without thinking twice. Scammers know that. They are counting on you being busy and trusting. They want to cause panic. You do not need to give them that satisfaction.
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How to Tell a Real Amazon Recall from a Fake One
Amazon does send real recall alerts sometimes, but they will always show up in your Amazon Message Center or under the Recalls and Product Safety Alerts section when you log in. If you get a text telling you to click some random link, that is not how Amazon operates. Anything that says “no need to return the item, just click here and we’ll refund you” is a dead giveaway. Amazon almost never refunds without actually verifying the item first. And if the link looks weird or does not include amazon.com clearly in the main part of it, do not even think about tapping it.
What to Do If You Receive One of These Texts
The moment you spot one, do not click. Do not reply. Instead, open your Amazon app or go to Amazon.com directly and check your orders. If something is truly recalled, you will see it there. You can also send the message to reportascam@amazon.com or forward it to 7726 to flag it as spam. If you already clicked something or entered any info, change your password immediately and watch your bank statements closely.
Stay Calm and Trust Your Instincts
These scammers are getting sneaky by pretending they are trying to protect you. Do not fall for it. Take a breath, slow down, and double check things through your actual Amazon account. If something feels off, that feeling is probably right.
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