Smishing is the practice of sending text messages disguised as a reputable source, like the U.S. Postal Service.

A victim of smishing typically receives a deceptive text message from a scammer trying to act as a government agency, bank or other institution, like the USPS. Does the USPS send tracking text ...

John Hyatt, strategic communication specialist for the United States Postal Service, said smishing is the practice of sending fake text messages to smartphones asking users to click on a link to ...

The United States Postal Service is warning customers about a scam called “smishing” in which scammers send unsolicited text messages with an unfamiliar or strange web link.

While people are out shopping for loved ones, scammers are out trying to steal their valuable information. Here are some ...

A victim of smishing typically receives a deceptive text message from a scammer trying to act as a government agency, bank or other institution, like the USPS. Yes, the USPS offers text message ...

A victim of smishing typically receives a deceptive text message from a scammer trying to act as a government agency, bank or other institution, like the USPS. Yes, the USPS offers text message ...

Never heard of smishing? Here's what to know about the fraudulent act, how to prevent it and what real tracking messages look like from the U.S. Postal Service. Deadlines to ship your packages: USPS, ...