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Got a suspicious Amazon refund text? Don't click the link - it's a scam
The FTC is warning about deceptive text messages that try to steal your payment or account info by dangling an Amazon refund.
On Thursday, the US Federal Trade Commission issued a warning about fraudulent text messages promising people refunds from Amazon. In this case, following the link likely takes you to a phishing page where the crooks may prompt you to enter your Amazon account credentials, payment info, and contact details. In one popular swindle, you receive an email or text message claiming that you bought or subscribed to a product or service for a large amount of money.
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