{"id":192926,"date":"2023-07-25T11:38:50","date_gmt":"2023-07-25T11:38:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/?p=192926"},"modified":"2023-07-28T05:03:07","modified_gmt":"2023-07-28T05:03:07","slug":"track678-com-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/track678-com-2\/","title":{"rendered":"How the Track718.com Package Tracking Scam Fools Shoppers"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Ecommerce scams impersonating real shipping tracking services are on the rise. One prolific example is Track718.com \u2013 a fraudulent website deceiving online shoppers into believing purchased goods are shipped when in reality they never arrive. This article will uncover how this \u201ctracking\u201d scam works and provide tips to avoid falling victim.<\/p><div id=\"mwtad3694078641\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_309684--placement_360520\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"3957935887\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-192927\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/track718.com-scam.jpg\" alt=\"track718.com scam\" width=\"869\" height=\"482\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/track718.com-scam.jpg 869w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/track718.com-scam-300x166.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 869px) 100vw, 869px\" \/><\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"mwtad829823584\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_309746-ad_309691-placement_360521\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"4456629336\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is Track718.com?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Track718.com portrays itself as a package tracking and delivery confirmation service for orders placed through various ecommerce websites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The site provides package tracking IDs to online shoppers who have purchased goods through third-party seller sites. Customers can then supposedly track the progress of their order in transit using the provided tracker from Track718.com.<\/p><div id=\"mwtad4276759582\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_381396-ad_309691-placement_360566\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1471373341\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, Track718.com is not associated with any actual shipping companies. It is essentially a fake tracking service that provides bogus tracking information to deceive customers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When shoppers visit Track718.com and enter their tracking number, the site will continually show the status of their order as \u201cdelivered\u201d even when no package has actually arrived.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This false claim of successful delivery allows partner ecommerce scam websites to keep customers\u2019 payments while avoiding responsibility for non-shipment of the ordered goods. Track718.com enables this scam by providing fake \u201cproof\u201d of delivery to dissatisfied shoppers.<\/p><div id=\"mwtad1803903588\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_309686-ad_309691-placement_360569\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"6935453015\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In summary, Track718.com is a fraudulent tracking service that works with affiliate scam websites to trick customers and prevent refunds for undelivered orders through fabricated tracking updates. Shoppers should be wary of sites utilizing Track718.com or other dubious shipping trackers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"mwtad4231572692\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_309747-ad_309691-placement_360587\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"9589536513\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How the Track718.com Scam Operates?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Track718.com promotes itself as a package tracking and delivery service for items bought through partner ecommerce websites. Customers receive tracking numbers from Track718.com to monitor orders in transit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, when victims check their Track718.com tracking link, it invariably shows the status as \u201cdelivered\u201d even when no order arrives. This leaves customers confused, frustrated, and out money or products.<\/p><div id=\"mwtad2277229596\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_381401-ad_309691-placement_360573\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"5315249587\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In reality, Track718.com has no relation to any legitimate delivery companies. The site is a front merely posing as a tracker to help affiliated scam websites steal funds. When customers report missing orders, Track718.com claims no liability \u2013 pointing to its bogus tracking showing successful delivery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This elaborate hustle allows partner ecommerce scam sites to keep ill-gotten payments while avoiding responsibility by leveraging the fake tracker. Customers are left powerless as Track718.com\u2019s \u201cproof\u201d shows orders delivered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"mwtad2525928409\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_309748-ad_309691-placement_360588\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"3906789406\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Spotting Red Flags of the Track678 Scam<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While sophisticated, key signs can help identify and avoid being deceived by Track718.com:<\/p><div id=\"mwtad1133501163\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_381404-ad_309691-placement_381406\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"8735619847\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Generic domain name &#8211; Legitimate carriers use domains related to their business name.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lack of contact details &#8211; No customer service phone numbers or addresses.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reports of non-delivery &#8211; Online reviews detailing orders never arriving despite tracking.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Missing logos and branding &#8211; Real shipping companies prominently display logos.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Identical tracking interfaces &#8211; All carriers have unique tracking portals. Identical interfaces across domains are suspicious.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Affiliation claims &#8211; Scam sites often falsely claim to be \u201cpowered by\u201d or \u201cin partnership with\u201d real shipping companies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Poor writing and errors &#8211; Amateur errors signal scam sites.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Being skeptical of any new online tracking platform that differs from a carrier\u2019s known official website can help avoid these scams. Only use verified tracking tools directly from shipping companies\u2019 official websites and be wary of too-good-to-be-true deals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"mwtad606378165\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_318930-ad_309691-placement_360589\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"3818335085\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to Do if You Are a Victim of Track718.com<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you suspect you have been deceived by Track718.com, take these steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Immediately stop using the fraudulent tracking website.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check with the shipping carrier to confirm if your order was actually shipped.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Document evidence showing the items were never delivered.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Report the incident to the FTC and consumer complaint agencies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dispute payments if possible and notify relevant financial institutions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Be aware that personal data provided may be compromised and misused. Enable credit monitoring and update account passwords.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Leave online reviews warning others about the scam website.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Learn from the incident to increase awareness of delivery tracking scams.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Spreading awareness of schemes like Track718.com can help prevent more from falling victim and potentially get these malicious websites shut down. But those defrauded must act swiftly to limit financial damages. This scam provides a reminder to only use trusted shipping company websites for tracking deliveries.<\/p><div id=\"mwtad2598563305\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_360582-ad_309691-placement_360581\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"9971336976\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"mwtad567936119\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_381388-ad_309691-placement_381390\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"3191649120\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Websites like Track718.com reveal a disturbing trend of ecommerce scams impersonating legitimate shipping tracking services. Caution is required to identify fraudulent sites based on red flags like lack of real carrier branding, reports of missing orders, and pressure for upfront payments. Avoiding these sham platforms and only using trusted carrier tracking portals can steer clear of this theft and deception targeting online shoppers.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ecommerce scams impersonating real shipping tracking services are on the rise. 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