{"id":208727,"date":"2023-09-15T04:31:00","date_gmt":"2023-09-15T04:31:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/?p=208727"},"modified":"2023-09-15T04:32:00","modified_gmt":"2023-09-15T04:32:00","slug":"usps-fedex-and-ups-delivery-scams","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/usps-fedex-and-ups-delivery-scams\/","title":{"rendered":"Don&#8217;t Fall for Fake USPS, FedEx and UPS Delivery Scams"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The internet has made our lives infinitely more convenient. We can now shop for almost anything online and have it delivered straight to our doorstep. But this convenience has also given rise to a new type of scam &#8211; fake delivery notifications.<\/p><div id=\"mwtad534992607\" 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>Scammers are sending out text messages, emails and robocalls claiming to be from delivery companies like USPS, FedEx and UPS. The messages typically say that your package delivery has been delayed or unable to be delivered. You just need to click on a link or call a number to resolve the issue. Don&#8217;t fall for it! These are all scams aimed at stealing your money and personal information.<\/p>\n<div id='gallery-1' class='gallery galleryid-208727 gallery-columns-3 gallery-size-full'><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"824\" height=\"494\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Usps-SCAM-g.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"Ksbups.com USPS Scam\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Usps-SCAM-g.jpg 824w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Usps-SCAM-g-300x180.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 824px) 100vw, 824px\" title=\"\">\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"709\" height=\"678\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/USPS-Scam.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"USPS Scam\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/USPS-Scam.jpg 709w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/USPS-Scam-300x287.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 709px) 100vw, 709px\" title=\"\">\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon portrait'>\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"716\" height=\"782\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/FedEX-scam.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"FedEX scam\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/FedEX-scam.jpg 716w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/FedEX-scam-275x300.jpg 275w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 716px) 100vw, 716px\" title=\"\">\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-201129\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/USPS-Redelivery-Payment--1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"USPS Redelivery Payment\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/USPS-Redelivery-Payment--1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/USPS-Redelivery-Payment--300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/USPS-Redelivery-Payment--1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/USPS-Redelivery-Payment--2048x1024.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"mwtad1949485388\" 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\">Overview of USPS, FedEx and UPS Delivery Scams<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Delivery scams have become increasingly common in the past few years. According to the FTC, Americans lost more than $420 million to fake delivery scams in 2021 alone. This was a drastic increase from $57 million in 2020.<\/p><div id=\"mwtad4161839444\" 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\">Scammers exploit the fact that more people are shopping online and expecting more packages to be delivered to their homes. The scams often start with an unexpected text, email, or robocall about an incoming or missed delivery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The messages are made to look like they are from legitimate delivery companies like USPS, FedEx or UPS. They may use official logos and branding. The scammers will make up reasons why your package delivery has been delayed &#8211; incorrect address, unpaid shipping fees, you weren&#8217;t home to receive it, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You&#8217;ll be asked to click on a link or call a number to correct the delivery problem. But the link leads to a phishing website designed to steal your personal information. And the phone number routes you to a scam call center.<\/p><div id=\"mwtad146728623\" 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\">If you comply with the scammer&#8217;s requests, you risk having your online accounts compromised. You may also have money stolen through payment scams or fake return shipping fees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These types of scams skyrocketed during the pandemic when more people were stuck at home and relying on package deliveries. But they show no signs of slowing down. Everyone needs to be aware of how these delivery scams work so you can avoid being ripped off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"mwtad2657708944\" 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 USPS, FedEx and UPS Delivery Scams Work<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The scammers use clever psychological tricks and urgent calls to action to convince victims that their package delivery is at risk. Here are the typical steps of how these delivery scams unfold:<\/p><div id=\"mwtad4220637814\" 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<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1 &#8211; Initial Contact<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The first contact comes via text, email, or robocall. The scammers make it seem like an official alert from USPS, FedEx or UPS by using:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Realistic company branding and logos<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Working tracking numbers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Spoofed sender addresses<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The messages often have a sense of urgency to them:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Your package delivery has been delayed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There are unpaid shipping fees<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your delivery address is incorrect<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You weren&#8217;t home to receive the package<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You&#8217;re told to act quickly to avoid the delivery being sent back or the fees being charged to your account.<\/p><div id=\"mwtad595802245\" 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<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2 &#8211; Directing You to a Website<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the initial contact was through email or text, the next step will be getting you to a fake website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The messages will have a link for you to click on to supposedly resolve the delivery problem. The link may even use a real branded URL to seem even more convincing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But the URL directs you to a phishing site that simply impersonates the real shipping company&#8217;s website. These sites are designed to steal your personal information and login credentials.<\/p><div id=\"mwtad2386914613\" 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<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3 &#8211; Gathering Your Information<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once you click the link, you&#8217;ll be taken to a website asking you to verify and update your delivery information. The scammers want to trick you into handing over details like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Full name<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Home address<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Phone number<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Email address<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You may even be asked to create an account or log in with your shipping company credentials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you try to login with your real UPS MyChoice or FedEx account, the scammers will steal your username and password.<\/p><div id=\"mwtad232702637\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_360567-ad_309691-placement_360771\" 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=\"6224621518\" \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<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 4 &#8211; Payment Scam<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition to stealing your personal information, the scammers also want to get your money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The phishing site may claim you need to pay outstanding shipping fees or customs charges to get your package delivered. You&#8217;ll be directed to a payment page asking for your credit card number.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you enter your real card information, the scammers can make fraudulent charges or steal your identity.<\/p><div id=\"mwtad463540198\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_360571-ad_309691-placement_360772\" 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=\"5867729999\" \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<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 5 &#8211; Spreading Malware<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some phishing sites are specifically designed to infect your device with malware. This can happen when you click on buttons or try downloading tracking information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rather than getting package tracking updates, the scammers try installing:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Keylogger malware to record your keystrokes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ransomware to lock your files until you pay a ransom<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Info-stealing trojans to grab your sensitive data<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Botnet malware to enslave your device for cybercrime<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The downloaded files appear to be tracking updates or delivery forms. But they contain malware payloads that infect as soon as you open them.<\/p><div id=\"mwtad3185695567\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_360576-ad_309691-placement_360773\" 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=\"6594472392\" \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<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 6 &#8211; Fake Call Centers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the initial contact was through a robocall, the scammers will try transferring you to a call center. You&#8217;ll speak to a real person who tries keeping you on the phone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They&#8217;ll ask you to &#8220;verify&#8221; a lot of personal information so they can supposedly fix the delivery problem. The scammers pose as UPS, FedEx or USPS agents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You may even be asked to pay customs fees or redelivery charges over the phone. The scammers will request payment through wire transfers, gift cards, PayPal, Venmo, etc.<\/p><div id=\"mwtad2772885402\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_360583-ad_309691-placement_360774\" 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=\"8849826992\" \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\">If you comply, the &#8220;agents&#8221; simply pocket your money or steal your identity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 7 &#8211; Account Lockouts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once the scammers have your real shipping company username and password, they&#8217;ll try logging into your account. If it&#8217;s a UPS MyChoice account, they can change the delivery address on any incoming packages you have.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"mwtad2811197556\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_360584-ad_309691-placement_360775\" 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=\"3952847241\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The scammers can then use stolen payment information to place fraudulent orders that get shipped to addresses under their control.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They may also constantly try guessing your username and password on the real FedEx or UPS site. If you haven&#8217;t changed your credentials, this could lead to your account being locked for security reasons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This account lockout is an extra headache that prevents you from tracking your real packages or making delivery changes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"mwtad3709012094\" 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\">Examples of Delivery Scam Messages<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fake USPS Texts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;USPS: Your package XG44ZR9 with 1-day shipping has a shortage of funds and we were unable to deliver. Please pay $2.99 here to complete delivery: http:\/\/uspsdelivers.com\/pay&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This text contains a fake tracking number and urgent request to pay additional funds through a phishing link. Real USPS would never text unsolicited payment links.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fraudulent FedEx Emails<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;FedEx Delivery Notification: We missed you at the time of delivering your package TX39201956. To reschedule delivery please click here right away: http:\/\/fedexhomedelivery.net\/reschedule.php&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No legitimate FedEx emails would have you click links to external sites. Go directly to FedEx.com instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Suspicious UPS Voicemails<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;This is Mike from UPS calling about your package scheduled for delivery today. We need you to call us immediately at 209-823-1949 to verify your shipping address or your package will be returned to the sender.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">UPS would never leave voicemails with urgent callbacks to unverified numbers. The threat of returning the package is a high-pressure tactic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bogus USPS Caller ID<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An incoming call from 1-800-ASK-USPS displays on your caller ID. But answering it leads to an agent claiming you need to pay customs fees on a package.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Government agencies don&#8217;t make outgoing calls from their main customer service numbers like this. Hang up immediately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These types of fake communications pressure urgency to trick users. But legitimate delivery services will only send tracking updates directly through your official account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"mwtad3152638024\" 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\">How to Spot Fake Delivery Scams<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Scammers are constantly coming up with new tactics to make their USPS, FedEx and UPS scams look authentic. But there are ways to identify the red flags:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Inspect Email Sender Addresses<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Email scams will try to spoof legitimate email addresses from delivery companies. The name may look real, but the actual address is fraudulent:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2716 support@uspsdelivery.co<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2714 support@usps.com<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Check that the domain name matches the real company website. Watch for extra words\/characters being added to the domain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Verify URLs in Links<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Phishing links can hide fraudulent sites beneath seemingly real URLs. Hover over rather than click on links to inspect the actual destination:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fake text: https:\/\/uspsdelivery.com\/track\/123456789<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Real URL: https:\/\/scammerwebsite.co\/malware.exe<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A real USPS link would go to usps.com only.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Look For Missing Logos<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most scammer texts and emails lack the official company logos in the signature. But they rely on using the name to sound legit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Real messages from UPS and FedEx will contain their recognizable branding. Know the logos so this missing detail raises suspicion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Check for Odd File Formats<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Attachments that claim to be delivery forms or tracking info may end in unusual formats like .exe, .js, or .tmp rather than .pdf.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Those are red flags for malware. Legitimate tracking forms\/receipts would never be sent as anything but standard document file types.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Search For Your Tracking Number<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rather than clicking any provided tracking links, go directly to the delivery company&#8217;s website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Enter the tracking number yourself to pull up the official details. Scammers often make up fake numbers that won&#8217;t work on real carrier sites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Look Up Suspicious Numbers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Google any customer service numbers provided to you. Scammers use VOIP &#8220;burner&#8221; numbers that change constantly and leave no reviews.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The real USPS, UPS and FedEx have publicly listed customer service numbers online that route to their legitimate call centers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Analyze Grammatical Errors<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Scam messages often contain typos, awkward phrasing, or grammatical errors. The scammers usually don&#8217;t have a strong grasp of English.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Real corporations carefully proofread all customer-facing emails and texts. Mistakes like misspellings and syntax issues are glaring red flags.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Stay vigilant against any communications urging quick action to resolve a delivery problem. Verify the details through your real shipping account instead of trusting what scammers tell you. With practice, you can quickly identify the signs of a fake USPS, FedEx or UPS notification.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"mwtad2806978928\" 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\">What to Do If You&#8217;re Targeted in a Delivery Scam<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you receive a suspicious text, email or call about an incoming USPS, FedEx or UPS delivery, here are important steps to take:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Don&#8217;t Click On Any Links<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The links in the messages all go to fake, scam websites. Visiting these sites risks infecting your device and compromising your personal information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Delete the message immediately without clicking on anything. Even just visiting the scam site can enable the scammers to plant trackers and malware on your device.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Don&#8217;t Call Back Any Phone Numbers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The robocall messages often provide a phone number for you to call back regarding the &#8220;delivery problem.&#8221; These numbers route through scam call centers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you call these numbers, the scammers on the other end will phish for your personal details and try charging you bogus fees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ignore the phone number and reported delivery issue. Hang up immediately if you answered a robocall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Log Into Your Real Account<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Go directly to the official USPS, FedEx or UPS website and log into your account. Don&#8217;t click any links in the suspicious messages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Type the real website address directly into your browser &#8211; usps.com, fedex.com, ups.com.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">See if there are any notifications about delivery delays or other issues with your packages. The scammers often make up fake problems that don&#8217;t actually exist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Change Your Account Password<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the scammers now have your real shipping account login info, the first thing you should do is change your password.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Enable two-factor authentication if it&#8217;s available. This adds an extra security step to the login process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Changing credentials will block the scammers from accessing your account and tracking your packages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Review Your Bank Accounts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Check your latest bank and credit card statements for any fraudulent charges. The scammers may have tricked you into paying fake delivery or customs fees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Look for small charges from unfamiliar companies. Contact your bank immediately to report any unauthorized transactions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cancel affected cards and request replacements. This will prevent future fraudulent charges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Run Antivirus Software<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you clicked any links or downloaded suspicious files, scan your device with <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/run-a-scan-with-malwarebytes\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"20077\">Malwarebytes<\/a><\/strong>. This will detect and remove any potential malware the scammers tried installing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Antivirus scans can uncover keyloggers, trojans and other nasty infections designed to steal your data. Remove anything flagged to secure your device.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contact Delivery Company<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Notify the real USPS, FedEx or UPS about the scam messages you received. They may want to track down the scammer&#8217;s phone numbers, domains and email addresses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This helps them block fraudulent sites and contacts misusing their branding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can also have any affected accounts monitored for suspicious login activity. Enable login approvals and alerts about profile changes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Report Scam to Authorities<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">File a scam report with the FTC at ReportFraud.ftc.gov and submit a complaint to the FCC about illegal robocalls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Provide details like the phone numbers, email addresses and screenshots of any scam messages. Reporting these delivery scams helps authorities pursue legal action against perpetrators.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Warn Contacts About Scam<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Let your friends, family and colleagues know about the delivery scam going around. Message them not to click on sketchy texts\/emails about USPS, FedEx or UPS problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tell them to hang up on any related robocalls. This helps stop the scammers from spreading the scam further through your contacts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"mwtad3871361669\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_381392-ad_309691-placement_381395\" 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=\"2944237110\" \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\">Avoiding Delivery Scams in the Future<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fake USPS, FedEx and UPS alerts can be hard to identify, especially when scammers spoof legitimate phone numbers and branding. Use these precautions to protect yourself from future delivery scams:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Never click on unsolicited links &#8211; Manually type real website URLs instead<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Don&#8217;t answer calls from unknown numbers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Setup login approvals and account alerts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Watch for unusual charges on financial statements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep antivirus software updated on all devices<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Don&#8217;t overshare personal info on unverified websites<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Never pay unexpected fees over the phone<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Confirm delivery delays through official account notices<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Report any suspected scams to the delivery company<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Let your contacts know about ongoing delivery scams<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Stay vigilant about checking text messages, emails and caller IDs for anything suspicious related to packages. If something seems off, play it safe by avoiding clicks, calls, payments or downloads. Notify the delivery company directly to verify if your shipments are actually impacted.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2>Is Your Device Infected? Run a Free Malware Scan<\/h2>\n\n<p>Slow performance, constant pop-ups, or strange behavior? These are classic signs of a malware infection. The fastest way to find out is to scan your device with <strong>Malwarebytes Anti-Malware Free<\/strong> \u2014 one of the most trusted malware removal tools available.<\/p>\n\n<p>The free version detects and removes the most common threats, including:<\/p>\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Adware<\/strong> \u2014 the cause of those annoying pop-ups<\/li>\n<li><strong>Browser hijackers<\/strong> \u2014 unwanted redirects and changed homepages<\/li>\n<li><strong>Trojans and spyware<\/strong> \u2014 hidden programs stealing your data<\/li>\n<li><strong>Potentially unwanted programs (PUPs)<\/strong> \u2014 software you never asked for<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>\ud83d\udc49 <strong>Select your device below<\/strong> \u2014 Windows, Mac, or Android \u2014 then follow the simple steps to download Malwarebytes, scan your system, and remove any threats it finds. The whole process takes about 5 minutes.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"su-tabs su-tabs-style-default su-tabs-mobile-stack\" data-active=\"1\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\" data-anchor-in-url=\"no\"><div class=\"su-tabs-nav\"><span class=\"\" data-url=\"\" data-target=\"blank\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Malwarebytes for Windows<\/span><span class=\"\" data-url=\"\" data-target=\"blank\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Malwarebytes for Mac<\/span><span class=\"\" data-url=\"\" data-target=\"blank\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Malwarebytes for Android<\/span><\/div><div class=\"su-tabs-panes\"><div class=\"su-tabs-pane su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" data-title=\"Malwarebytes for Windows\">\n\n<h3 id=\"windowsh3\" class=\"toch3\">Run a Malware Scan with Malwarebytes for Windows<\/h3>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Malwarebytes<\/strong> is one of the most popular and trusted anti-malware tools for Windows \u2014 and it&#8217;s completely free for removing infections. It catches threats that many antivirus programs miss, including adware, browser hijackers, and trojans. Follow the steps below to scan and clean your PC in just a few minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Download Malwarebytes<\/p> <p>Click the button below to download the latest version of <strong>Malwarebytes for Windows<\/strong> from the official source. The free version is all you need \u2014 it will scan your computer and remove adware, browser hijackers, and other malicious software at no cost.<\/p> <div class=\"mwt_download_box\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Malwarebytes Icon\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-81150 mwt_product_icon_logo\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Malwarebytes-LOGO.png\" alt=\"Malwarebytes Logo\"\/><\/figure> <strong><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/downloads\/MBSetup-076886.076886-consumer.exe\" onclick=\"window.open('https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/get\/malwarebytes-free');\">DOWNLOAD MALWAREBYTES FOR WINDOWS (FREE)<br \/>\n<\/a><\/strong><br \/><em class=\"small-text-disclaimer\">(The link opens in a new page where your download will start)<\/em><\/div><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li> <p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Install Malwarebytes<\/p>\n\n<p>When the download finishes, open your <strong>Downloads<\/strong> folder and <strong>double-click the MBSetup file<\/strong>. If Windows shows a <strong>User Account Control<\/strong> pop-up, click &#8220;<em>Yes<\/em>&#8221; to allow the installation.<\/p>\n\n \n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"975\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-285934\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM1.jpg 975w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM1-300x154.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 975px) 100vw, 975px\" \/><\/figure>\n \n\n \n  \n\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Follow the On-Screen Prompts to Install Malwarebytes<\/p> \n\n<p>The setup wizard will walk you through a few quick screens:<\/p>\n\n<ul>\n \n  <li>\n    <p>Choose where you&#8217;re installing the program \u2014 &#8220;<strong>Personal Computer<\/strong>&#8221; or &#8220;<strong>Work Computer<\/strong>&#8221; \u2014 then click <strong>Next<\/strong>.<\/p>\n    \n    <figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\n      <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"737\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM3-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-285953\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM3-1.jpg 737w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM3-1-300x204.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 737px) 100vw, 737px\" \/>\n    <\/figure>\n    \n  <\/li>\n  <li>\n    <p>Malwarebytes will now install on your device. This usually takes under a minute.<\/p>\n    \n    <figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\n      <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"759\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM4.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-285937\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM4.jpg 759w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM4-300x198.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 759px) 100vw, 759px\" \/>\n    <\/figure>\n    \n  <\/li>\n  <li>\n    <p>When installation is complete, the &#8220;<strong>Welcome to Malwarebytes<\/strong>&#8221; screen will open automatically.<\/p>\n    \n    <figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\n      <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"705\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM6-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-285951\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM6-1.jpg 705w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM6-1-300x213.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 705px) 100vw, 705px\" \/>\n    <\/figure>\n    \n  <\/li>\n  <li>\n    <p>On the final screen, click <strong>Open Malwarebytes<\/strong> to launch the program.<\/p>\n    \n    <figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\n      <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"749\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM5-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-285952\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM5-1.jpg 749w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM5-1-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 749px) 100vw, 749px\" \/>\n    <\/figure>\n    \n  <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Enable &#8220;Scan for Rootkits&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Before scanning, turn on rootkit detection so Malwarebytes can find even the most hidden threats. Click the <strong>Settings<\/strong> gear icon on the left side of the screen.\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"842\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM8.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-285942\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM8.jpg 842w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM8-300x214.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 842px) 100vw, 842px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the settings menu, find &#8220;<strong>Scan for rootkits<\/strong>&#8221; and click the toggle so it turns blue.\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"841\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM9.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-285943\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM9.jpg 841w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM9-300x214.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 841px) 100vw, 841px\" \/><\/figure>\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Done? Click &#8220;<strong>Dashboard<\/strong>&#8221; in the left pane to return to the main screen.\n\n <\/p><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Start the Scan<\/p> <p>Click the blue <strong>Scan<\/strong> button. Malwarebytes will automatically update its virus database and start checking your computer for malware.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"849\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM10.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-285941\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM10.jpg 849w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM10-300x212.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 849px) 100vw, 849px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n<p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Wait for the Scan to Finish<\/p>\n<p>The scan checks your entire system for browser hijackers and other malicious programs, so it can take several minutes. Feel free to do something else \u2014 just check back occasionally to see the progress.<\/p>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"842\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM11.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-285944\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM11.jpg 842w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM11-300x214.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 842px) 100vw, 842px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n<p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Quarantine the Detected Threats<\/p>\n<p>When the scan is done, you&#8217;ll see a list of everything Malwarebytes found \u2014 malware, adware, and potentially unwanted programs. Click the &#8220;<strong>Quarantine<\/strong>&#8221; button to remove all of them at once.<\/p>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"844\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM12.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-285945\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM12.jpg 844w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM12-300x213.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 844px) 100vw, 844px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<p>Malwarebytes will now remove the malicious files and registry entries and move them safely into quarantine.\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"842\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM13.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-285946\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM13.jpg 842w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM13-300x214.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 842px) 100vw, 842px\" \/><\/figure>\n <\/p><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n  <p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Restart Your Computer<\/p>\n  <p>Some threats can only be fully removed after a reboot. If Malwarebytes asks you to restart, click <strong>Yes<\/strong>. Once you&#8217;re logged back in, your PC is clean and you can continue with the next steps in this guide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"844\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM14.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-285947\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM14.jpg 844w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM14-300x213.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 844px) 100vw, 844px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<p>When the scan finishes, click <strong>Quarantine<\/strong> to remove everything Malwarebytes found. That&#8217;s it \u2014 your Windows PC is now clean of trojans, adware, and other malware, and should be back to running smoothly.<\/p>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your current antivirus allowed this malicious program on your computer, you may want to consider purchasing Malwarebytes Premium to protect against these types of threats in the future.<br \/>If you are still having problems with your computer after completing these instructions, then please follow one of the steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Run a computer scan with <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eset.com\/us\/home\/online-scanner\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ESET Online Scanner<\/a><\/strong><\/li><li>Ask for help in our <strong><a title=\"Malware Removal Assistance for Windows\" href=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/forums\/windows-malware-removal-help-support.10\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Windows Malware Removal Help &amp; Support<\/a><\/strong> forum.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"su-tabs-pane su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" data-title=\"Malwarebytes for Mac\">\n\n<h3 id=\"mach3\" class=\"toch3\">Run a Malware Scan with Malwarebytes for Mac<\/h3>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Malwarebytes for Mac<\/strong> is a free on-demand scanner that removes the malware other security software tends to miss \u2014 adware, browser hijackers, and unwanted programs included. Cleaning an infected Mac with Malwarebytes has always been completely free, and it&#8217;s our go-to recommendation. Follow the steps below to scan and clean your Mac in just a few minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Download Malwarebytes for Mac<\/p>\n<p>Click the button below to download the latest version of <strong>Malwarebytes for Mac<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"mwt_download_box\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-81150 mwt_product_icon_logo\" title=\"Malwarebytes Icon\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Malwarebytes-LOGO.png\" alt=\"Malwarebytes Logo\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\"\/><\/figure><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/prf.hn\/click\/camref:1011lvqrV\/creativeref:1011l100234\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">DOWNLOAD MALWAREBYTES FOR MAC (FREE)<\/a><\/strong><br \/><em>(The link opens in a new page where your download will start)<\/em><\/div>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n<p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Open the Malwarebytes setup file<\/p>\n<p>When the download finishes, open your <em>Downloads<\/em> folder and <strong>double-click the setup file<\/strong> to begin the installation.<\/p>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-98734 alignnone\" title=\"Double-click on setup file to install Malwarebytes\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Installer.jpg\" alt=\"Double-click on setup file to install Malwarebytes\" width=\"750\" height=\"424\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Installer.jpg 750w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Installer-300x170.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/figure><p><\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n<p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Follow the On-Screen Prompts to Install Malwarebytes<\/p>\n<p>The <em>Malwarebytes for Mac Installer<\/em> will guide you through a few quick screens. Click &#8220;<strong>Continue<\/strong>&#8221; and keep following the prompts until the installation completes.<\/p>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-98735 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Installer-Step-1.jpg\" alt=\"Click Continue to install Malwarebytes for Mac\" width=\"750\" height=\"532\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Installer-Step-1.jpg 750w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Installer-Step-1-300x213.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/figure><p><\/p>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-98736 alignnone\" title=\"Click again on Continue to install Malwarebytes for Mac for Mac\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Installer-Step-2.jpg\" alt=\"Click again on Continue to install Malwarebytes for Mac\" width=\"750\" height=\"531\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Installer-Step-2.jpg 750w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Installer-Step-2-300x212.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/figure><p><\/p>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-98737 alignnone\" title=\"Click Install to install Malwarebytes on Mac\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Installer-Step-4.jpg\" alt=\"Click Install to install Malwarebytes on Mac\" width=\"750\" height=\"531\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Installer-Step-4.jpg 750w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Installer-Step-4-300x212.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/figure><p><\/p>\n<p>When the installation is complete, Malwarebytes opens to the <em>Welcome to Malwarebytes<\/em> screen. Click &#8220;<strong>Get started<\/strong>&#8220;.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n<p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Select &#8220;Personal Computer&#8221; or &#8220;Work Computer&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Malwarebytes will ask what type of computer you&#8217;re installing it on. Click either <strong>Personal Computer<\/strong> or <strong>Work Computer<\/strong>, whichever applies.<br \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-98740 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Select-Personal-Computer.jpg\" alt=\"Select Personal Computer or Work Computer mac\" width=\"750\" height=\"537\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Select-Personal-Computer.jpg 750w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Select-Personal-Computer-300x215.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n<p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Start the Scan<\/p>\n<p>Click the &#8220;<strong>Scan<\/strong>&#8221; button. Malwarebytes will automatically update its detection database and begin checking your Mac for malware.<br \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-98733 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Click-Scan.jpg\" alt=\"Click on Scan button to start a system scan Mac\" width=\"750\" height=\"538\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Click-Scan.jpg 750w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Click-Scan-300x215.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n<p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Wait for the Scan to Finish<\/p>\n<p>Malwarebytes will scan your Mac for adware, browser hijackers, and other malicious programs. This can take a few minutes, so feel free to do something else \u2014 just check back occasionally to see the progress.<br \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-98739 alignnone\" title=\"Wait for Malwarebytes for Mac to scan your computer\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Scanning-for-malware.jpg\" alt=\"Wait for Malwarebytes for Mac to scan for malware\" width=\"750\" height=\"536\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Scanning-for-malware.jpg 750w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Scanning-for-malware-300x214.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n<p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Quarantine the Detected Threats<\/p>\n<p>When the scan is done, you&#8217;ll see a list of everything Malwarebytes found. Click the &#8220;<strong>Quarantine<\/strong>&#8221; button to remove all the threats at once.<br \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-98732 alignnone\" title=\"Review the malicious programs and click on Quarantine\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Click-Confirm.jpg\" alt=\"Review the malicious programs and click on Quarantine to remove malware\" width=\"750\" height=\"538\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Click-Confirm.jpg 750w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Click-Confirm-300x215.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li> <p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Restart Your Mac<\/p> <p>Malwarebytes will now remove all the malicious files it found. Some threats can only be fully removed after a reboot \u2014 if Malwarebytes asks you to restart, allow it. Once you&#8217;re logged back in, your Mac is clean.<br \/><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"536\" class=\"size-full wp-image-98738 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Restart.jpg\" alt=\"Malwarebytes For Mac requesting to restart computer\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Restart.jpg 750w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Restart-300x214.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><br \/><\/p> <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<p>Once the scan is done, remove every threat it detected. Your Mac is now free of adware, rogue browser extensions, and other potentially harmful software.<\/p>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your current antivirus allowed a malicious program on your computer, you might want to consider purchasing the full-featured version of Malwarebytes Anti-Malware to protect against these types of threats in the future.<br \/>If you are still experiencing problems while trying to remove a malicious program from your computer, please ask for help in our <strong><a title=\"Mac Malware Removal Help &amp; Support\" href=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/forums\/mac-malware-removal-help-support.183\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Mac Malware Removal Help &amp; Support<\/a><\/strong> forum.<\/p>\n\n\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"su-tabs-pane su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" data-title=\"Malwarebytes for Android\">\n\n<h3 id=\"androidh3\" class=\"toch3\">Run a Malware Scan with Malwarebytes for Android<\/h3>\n\n<p>Malwarebytes for Android automatically detects and removes dangerous threats like malware and ransomware so you don&#8217;t have to worry about your most-used device being compromised. Aggressive detection of adware and potentially unwanted programs keeps your Android phone or tablet running smooth.<\/p>\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Download Malwarebytes for Android.<\/p>\n<p>You can download <strong>Malwarebytes for Android<\/strong> by clicking the link below.<\/p>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-81150 mwt_product_icon_logo\" title=\"Malwarebytes Icon\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Malwarebytes-LOGO.png\" alt=\"Malwarebytes Logo\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\"\/><\/figure><div class=\"mwt_download_box\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=org.malwarebytes.antimalware&#038;hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">MALWAREBYTES FOR ANDROID DOWNLOAD LINK<\/a><\/strong><br \/><em>(The above link will open a new page from where you can download Malwarebytes for Android)<\/em><\/div>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n<p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Install Malwarebytes for Android on your phone.<\/p>\n<p>In the Google Play Store, tap &#8220;<strong>Install<\/strong>&#8221; to install Malwarebytes for Android on your device.<\/p>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-106940\" title=\"Tap Install to install Malwarebytes for Android\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Google-Play-App.jpg\" alt=\"Tap Install to install Malwarebytes for Android\" width=\"292\" height=\"580\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Google-Play-App.jpg 292w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Google-Play-App-151x300.jpg 151w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 292px) 100vw, 292px\" \/><\/figure><p><\/p>\n<p>When the installation process has finished, tap &#8220;<strong>Open<\/strong>&#8221; to begin using Malwarebytes for Android. You can also open Malwarebytes by tapping on its icon in your phone menu or home screen.<br \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-106941\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Open-App.jpg\" alt=\"Malwarebytes for Android - Open App\" width=\"292\" height=\"578\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Open-App.jpg 292w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Open-App-152x300.jpg 152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 292px) 100vw, 292px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n<p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the setup process<\/p>\n<p>When Malwarebytes will open, you will see the <em>Malwarebytes Setup Wizard<\/em> which will guide you through a series of permissions and other setup options.<br \/>This is the first of two screens that explain the difference between the Premium and Free versions. Swipe this screen to continue.<br \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-106944\" title=\"Malwarebytes Setup Screen 1\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Setup-Wizard-1.jpg\" alt=\"Malwarebytes Setup Screen 1\" width=\"292\" height=\"577\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Setup-Wizard-1.jpg 292w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Setup-Wizard-1-152x300.jpg 152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 292px) 100vw, 292px\" \/><br \/>Tap on &#8220;<strong>Got it<\/strong>&#8221; to proceed to the next step.<br \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-106945\" title=\"Malwarebytes Setup Screen 2\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Setup-Wizard-2.jpg\" alt=\"Malwarebytes Setup Screen 2\" width=\"292\" height=\"580\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Setup-Wizard-2.jpg 292w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Setup-Wizard-2-151x300.jpg 151w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 292px) 100vw, 292px\" \/><br \/>Malwarebytes for Android will now ask for a set of permissions that are required to scan your device and protect it from malware. Tap on &#8220;<strong>Give permission<\/strong>&#8221; to continue.<br \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-106946\" title=\"Malwarebytes Setup Screen 3\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Setup-Wizard-3.jpg\" alt=\"Malwarebytes Setup Screen 3\" width=\"292\" height=\"570\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Setup-Wizard-3.jpg 292w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Setup-Wizard-3-154x300.jpg 154w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 292px) 100vw, 292px\" \/><br \/>Tap on &#8220;Allow&#8221; to permit Malwarebytes to access the files on your phone.<br \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-106947\" title=\"Malwarebytes Setup Screen 4\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Setup-Wizard-7.jpg\" alt=\"Malwarebytes Setup Screen 4\" width=\"292\" height=\"573\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Setup-Wizard-7.jpg 292w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Setup-Wizard-7-153x300.jpg 153w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 292px) 100vw, 292px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n<p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Update database and run a scan with Malwarebytes for Android<\/p>\n<p>You will now be prompted to update the Malwarebytes database and run a full system scan.<\/p>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-106939\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Fix-Issues.jpg\" alt=\"Malwarebytes fix issue\" width=\"292\" height=\"579\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Fix-Issues.jpg 292w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Fix-Issues-151x300.jpg 151w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 292px) 100vw, 292px\" \/><\/figure><p><\/p>\n<p>Click on &#8220;<strong>Update database<\/strong>&#8221; to update the Malwarebytes for Android definitions to the latest version, then click on &#8220;<strong>Run full scan<\/strong>&#8221; to perform a system scan.<\/p>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-106948\" title=\"Update database and run Malwarebytes scan\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Update-Run-Scan.jpg\" alt=\"Update database and run Malwarebytes scan on phone\" width=\"291\" height=\"575\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Update-Run-Scan.jpg 291w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Update-Run-Scan-152x300.jpg 152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 291px) 100vw, 291px\" \/><\/figure><p><\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n<p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Wait for the Malwarebytes scan to complete.<\/p>\n<p>Malwarebytes will now start scanning your phone for adware and other malicious apps. This process can take a few minutes, so we suggest you do something else and periodically check on the status of the scan to see when it is finished.<br \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-106943\" title=\"Malwarebytes scanning phone for malware\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Scanning-for-Malware.jpg\" alt=\"Malwarebytes scanning Android for Vmalware\" width=\"292\" height=\"579\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Scanning-for-Malware.jpg 292w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Scanning-for-Malware-151x300.jpg 151w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 292px) 100vw, 292px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n<p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Click on &#8220;Remove Selected&#8221;.<\/p>\n<p>When the scan has been completed, you will be presented with a screen showing the malware infections that Malwarebytes for Android has detected. To remove the malicious apps that Malwarebytes has found, tap on the &#8220;<strong>Remove Selected<\/strong>&#8221; button.<br \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-106942\" title=\"Tap on the Remove button to get rid of malware\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Removing-Malware.jpg\" alt=\"Remove malware from your phone\" width=\"760\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Removing-Malware.jpg 760w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Removing-Malware-300x237.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) 100vw, 760px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n<p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Restart your phone.<\/p>\n<p>Malwarebytes for Android will now remove all the malicious apps that it has found. To complete the malware removal process, Malwarebytes may ask you to restart your device.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<hr \/>\n\n<p>After the scan, tap <strong>Remove Selected<\/strong> to delete all detected threats. Your Android phone is now clean \u2014 no more malicious apps, adware, or browser redirects.<\/p>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your current antivirus allowed a malicious app on your phone, you may want to consider purchasing the full-featured version of Malwarebytes to protect against these types of threats in the future.<br \/>If you are still having problems with your phone after completing these instructions, then please follow one of the steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Restore your phone to factory settings by going to <em>Settings &gt; General management &gt; Reset &gt; Factory data reset.<\/em><\/li><li>Ask for help in our <strong><a title=\"Mobile Malware Removal Help &amp; Support\" href=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/forums\/mobile-malware-removal-help-support.165\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Mobile Malware Removal Help &amp; Support<\/a><\/strong> forum.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h3>Stay Protected: Block Ads and Malicious Sites<\/h3>\n\n<p>Now that your device is clean, keep it that way. Most infections start with a malicious ad or a fake download button \u2014 so blocking them at the source is your best defense.<\/p>\n\n<p>We recommend <a href=\"https:\/\/adguard.com\/?aid=29616\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored nofollow noopener noreferrer\"><strong>AdGuard<\/strong><\/a>, which blocks malicious ads, phishing pages, and dangerous redirects before they can reach you.<\/p>\n\n<p>\ud83d\udc49 <a href=\"https:\/\/adguard.com\/?aid=29616\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored nofollow noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Download AdGuard and browse safely<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions About Delivery Scams<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are some common signs of a delivery scam?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Watch out for unsolicited texts, emails, and calls claiming to be from USPS, FedEx, or UPS. They may report delivery problems and insist you click a link or call a number. Requests for personal info, account logins, or payments are red flags.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How do scammers send authentic-looking messages?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Scammers use a variety of tricks like spoofing real company phone numbers and logos. They buy lists of names\/numbers and make messages seem personalized. Some even copy full email formatting to appear official.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What happens if I click on a link or call the number?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You&#8217;ll be directed to a phishing site or fraudulent call center to steal personal info and passwords. They may try installing malware or coercing payments for fake fees. Provide nothing to these scammers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can I tell if an email link is fake?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hover over a link to see the underlying URL, which may route somewhere suspicious even if the link text looks legit. Also check the sender address for spoofing. Manually navigate to any company site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How do I know if a charge is from scammers?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Check bank and credit card statements closely for small unauthorized charges, especially to unfamiliar companies. These can indicate a scammer made a transaction through a payment scam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What if I gave the scammer my account password?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Immediately go to the real website and change your password. Enable two-factor authentication if possible for added security on your account going forward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How can I tell if my device is infected with malware?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Run a scan with updated antivirus software to detect any malware like trojans, keyloggers or botnets. These types of infections are common if you downloaded any attachments from scammers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What should I do if my delivery account is locked?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Contact UPS, FedEx or USPS directly through their official customer service lines about any account lockouts. Avoid numbers the scammers gave you. Reset your credentials through proper channels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who can I report delivery scams to?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">File reports with the FTC, FCC and the real delivery companies involved. Provide any details that can help identify the scammers like phone numbers used. Warn contacts about current scams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How can I protect myself from delivery scams?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Don&#8217;t click on random links or call unknown numbers. Update account passwords frequently. Check statements for odd charges. Keep antivirus software active. Verify any delivery issues through your official account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Package delivery scams are on the rise as more consumers depend on services like USPS, FedEx and UPS. Scammers are sending fake texts, emails and making robocalls about delayed or undeliverable packages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These messages instruct victims to click suspicious links or call fraudulent numbers to resolve made-up delivery snags. But the goal is stealing your money and personal data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Avoid clicking on links or downloading attachments in any unexpected delivery alerts you receive. legit companies will never contact you this way to correct address issues or request payments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Change your delivery account passwords if any are compromised by scammers. Scan your devices for malware and watch for unauthorized charges to your accounts. Report any scams you encounter to help cut down on these parasites exploiting our reliance on package shipments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Stay skeptical of urgent calls to action regarding your deliveries, especially from out-of-the-blue contacts. By being vigilant against delivery scams, you can make sure your packages and information stay safe. 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