{"id":34502,"date":"2025-05-04T08:05:00","date_gmt":"2025-05-04T15:05:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/socialcatfish.com\/scamfish\/?p=34502"},"modified":"2025-05-14T12:02:48","modified_gmt":"2025-05-14T19:02:48","slug":"usps-warns-of-smishing-scams-during-the-holidays","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wp.socialcatfish.cloud\/scamfish\/usps-warns-of-smishing-scams-during-the-holidays\/","title":{"rendered":"USPS Warns of Smishing Scams During the Holidays"},"content":{"rendered":"<div data-is_sticky=\"false\" data-sticky_toc_position=\"left\" data-hide_sticky_on_mobile=\"false\" data-sticky_button_icon='&lt;svg style=\"color:#000000;\" class=\"ub_sticky-toc-open-button-icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" height=\"34px\" width=\"34px\" viewBox=\"0, 0, 448, 512\"&gt;&lt;path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M0 96C0 78.33 14.33 64 32 64H416C433.7 64 448 78.33 448 96C448 113.7 433.7 128 416 128H32C14.33 128 0 113.7 0 96zM0 256C0 238.3 14.33 224 32 224H416C433.7 224 448 238.3 448 256C448 273.7 433.7 288 416 288H32C14.33 288 0 273.7 0 256zM416 448H32C14.33 448 0 433.7 0 416C0 398.3 14.33 384 32 384H416C433.7 384 448 398.3 448 416C448 433.7 433.7 448 416 448z\"&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;' data-sticky_button_color=\"#000000\" data-sticky_toc_width=\"320px\" class=\"wp-block-ub-table-of-contents-block ub_table-of-contents\" id=\"ub_table-of-contents-f9b42dd4-5a13-4aed-a69d-915262368fc3\" data-linktodivider=\"false\" data-showtext=\"show\" data-hidetext=\"hide\" data-scrolltype=\"auto\" data-enablesmoothscroll=\"false\" data-initiallyhideonmobile=\"false\" data-initiallyshow=\"true\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header-container\" style=\"\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header\" style=\"text-align: left; \">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-title\" style=\"\">Table of Contents<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-extra-container\" style=\"\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-container ub_table-of-contents-1-column \">\n\t\t\t\t<ul style=\"\"><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/wp.socialcatfish.cloud\/scamfish\/usps-warns-of-smishing-scams-during-the-holidays\/#0-why-the-holidays-are-prime-time-for-smishing-scams-\" style=\"\">Why the Holidays Are Prime Time for Smishing Scams?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/wp.socialcatfish.cloud\/scamfish\/usps-warns-of-smishing-scams-during-the-holidays\/#1-usps-launches-%E2%80%9Cdon%E2%80%99t-get-snowed-by-holiday-scams%E2%80%9D-campaign-\" style=\"\">USPS Launches \u201cDon\u2019t Get Snowed by Holiday Scams\u201d Campaign<\/a><ul><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/wp.socialcatfish.cloud\/scamfish\/usps-warns-of-smishing-scams-during-the-holidays\/#2-avoiding-counterfeit-postage-\" style=\"\">Avoiding Counterfeit Postage<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/wp.socialcatfish.cloud\/scamfish\/usps-warns-of-smishing-scams-during-the-holidays\/#3-recognizing-delivery-related-scams-\" style=\"\">Recognizing Delivery-Related Scams<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/wp.socialcatfish.cloud\/scamfish\/usps-warns-of-smishing-scams-during-the-holidays\/#4-securing-deliveries-\" style=\"\">Securing Deliveries<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/wp.socialcatfish.cloud\/scamfish\/usps-warns-of-smishing-scams-during-the-holidays\/#5-prioritizing-employee-safety-\" style=\"\">Prioritizing Employee Safety<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/wp.socialcatfish.cloud\/scamfish\/usps-warns-of-smishing-scams-during-the-holidays\/#6-examples-of-usps-holiday-scams-\" style=\"\">Examples of USPS Holiday Scams<\/a><ul><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/wp.socialcatfish.cloud\/scamfish\/usps-warns-of-smishing-scams-during-the-holidays\/#7-delivery-attempt-failed-text-\" style=\"\">Delivery Attempt Failed Text<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/wp.socialcatfish.cloud\/scamfish\/usps-warns-of-smishing-scams-during-the-holidays\/#8-schedule-your-delivery-scam-\" style=\"\">Schedule Your Delivery Scam<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/wp.socialcatfish.cloud\/scamfish\/usps-warns-of-smishing-scams-during-the-holidays\/#9-postage-due-scam-\" style=\"\">Postage Due Scam<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/wp.socialcatfish.cloud\/scamfish\/usps-warns-of-smishing-scams-during-the-holidays\/#10-track-your-package-scam-\" style=\"\">Track Your Package Scam<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/wp.socialcatfish.cloud\/scamfish\/usps-warns-of-smishing-scams-during-the-holidays\/#11-how-real-usps-notifications-work-\" style=\"\">How Real USPS Notifications Work\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/wp.socialcatfish.cloud\/scamfish\/usps-warns-of-smishing-scams-during-the-holidays\/#12-already-clicked-the-usps-smishing-link-here%E2%80%99s-what-to-do-\" style=\"\">Already Clicked the USPS Smishing Link? Here\u2019s What to Do<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The United States Postal Service (USPS) handles millions of packages every day, especially during the holiday rush. That increase in deliveries makes it the perfect time for scammers to strike, because everyone\u2019s expecting something in the mail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These messages look like real USPS updates, often claiming a package is delayed or needs a redelivery fee. But they&#8217;re designed to steal your personal or financial information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">USPS has issued warnings about this growing threat, especially as scam reports keep rising during peak shopping season. The texts often include fake tracking numbers and links that lead to phishing websites. Because so many people are expecting packages, it\u2019s easy to click without thinking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This post shows you how these USPS scams work, what to watch for, and what to do if you\u2019ve been targeted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><div class=\"search_mb_2020 scfb_mb_search scfb_full_search blog_content_search\"> <div class=\"search-form-2020\"  data-js-r=\"search.form\">\n    <div class=\"row tabs-content\">\n        <div class=\"scf-tooltip-badge-target\" data-badge-number=\"1\" data-badge-position=\"badge-bl\"><\/div>\n        <div class=\"col-sm-3\">\n\n            <div class=\"tabs\" data-pause=\"false\">\n                <div class=\"dropdown-overlay\"  data-js-r=\"search.form.dropdown_overlay\"><\/div>\n                <a data-item=\"0\" data-type=\"2\" href=\"https:\/\/socialcatfish.com\/\" class=' active '><i class=\"si-user\"><\/i> <span>Name<\/span><\/a>\n                <a data-item=\"1\" data-type=\"1\" 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loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/wp.socialcatfish.cloud\/scamfish\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/usps-holiday-scam-3-1-1024x576.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-34531\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wp.socialcatfish.cloud\/scamfish\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/usps-holiday-scam-3-1-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/wp.socialcatfish.cloud\/scamfish\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/usps-holiday-scam-3-1-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/wp.socialcatfish.cloud\/scamfish\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/usps-holiday-scam-3-1-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/wp.socialcatfish.cloud\/scamfish\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/usps-holiday-scam-3-1-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/wp.socialcatfish.cloud\/scamfish\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/usps-holiday-scam-3-1-640x360.png 640w, https:\/\/wp.socialcatfish.cloud\/scamfish\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/usps-holiday-scam-3-1-1250x703.png 1250w, 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They don\u2019t always think clearly or check things twice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Scammers know this. They send fake text messages that look like shipping updates. Because you\u2019re already waiting for a package, you might click without thinking. That\u2019s exactly what the scammers want.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That\u2019s why the U.S. Postal Inspection Service is urging both customers and employees to stay alert. As Chief Postal Inspector Gary Barksdale put it, <em>\u201cYour safety is your most important delivery, during the holidays and all year long.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-usps-launches-%E2%80%9Cdon%E2%80%99t-get-snowed-by-holiday-scams%E2%80%9D-campaign-\"><strong>USPS Launches \u201cDon\u2019t Get Snowed by Holiday Scams\u201d Campaign<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With more scams happening around the holidays, the U.S. Postal Inspection Service has started a new awareness campaign called \u201cDon\u2019t Get Snowed by Holiday Scams.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This annual initiative is meant to help USPS workers and customers stay alert and avoid common <a href=\"https:\/\/wp.socialcatfish.cloud\/scamfish\/es\/holiday-shopping-scams\/\">holiday scams<\/a>, especially fake texts (smishing), emails (phishing), and package tricks that appear more often this time of year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are the main things the campaign is focusing on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-avoiding-counterfeit-postage-\"><strong>Avoiding Counterfeit Postage<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">USPS advises customers to purchase postage exclusively through official channels, either at Post Office locations or through approved online vendors. USPS will reject packages bearing counterfeit postage and return them to the sender.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-recognizing-delivery-related-scams-\"><strong>Recognizing Delivery-Related Scams<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The agency warns the public to be especially cautious of unsolicited messages claiming a \u201cdelivery failure.\u201d These emails or text messages often contain malicious links and are part of <a href=\"https:\/\/wp.socialcatfish.cloud\/scamfish\/smishing-attacks\/\">smishing <\/a>and phishing schemes. USPS strongly advises deleting these messages immediately and refraining from clicking any embedded links.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-securing-deliveries-\"><strong>Securing Deliveries<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To reduce the risk of <a href=\"https:\/\/wp.socialcatfish.cloud\/scamfish\/safeguarding-your-delivery-address-preventing-package-theft-and-privacy-breaches\/\">package theft<\/a> or fraud, USPS recommends arranging for secure delivery options. This includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Having a trusted neighbor or friend retrieve deliveries<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Utilizing USPS\u2019s Hold Mail service during travel<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Selecting delivery to a local Post Office or secure parcel locker<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-prioritizing-employee-safety-\"><strong>Prioritizing Employee Safety<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Postal employees are also receiving targeted guidance. In the event of suspicious behavior or direct threats, they are instructed to prioritize personal safety, call 911, and report the incident to the Postal Inspection Service at 877-876-2455.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-examples-of-usps-holiday-scams-\"><strong>Examples of USPS Holiday Scams<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">During the holidays, USPS warns of <a href=\"https:\/\/wp.socialcatfish.cloud\/scamfish\/usps-scam\/\">smishing scams<\/a> during the holidays that look like delivery updates. These messages often include links asking you to track a package, pay a fee, or update your address. Here are the most common examples and how they work:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-delivery-attempt-failed-text-\"><strong>Delivery Attempt Failed Text<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Criminals in the \u201cDelivery Attempt Failed\u201d scam say that they couldn\u2019t deliver your package. The message typically includes a link and urges you to click it to update your address or reschedule the delivery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Message Example:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>\u201cWe were unable to deliver your package today due to incomplete address information. Please update your details here:<\/em> [bit.ly\/fake-usps-link]\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8-schedule-your-delivery-scam-\"><strong>Schedule Your Delivery Scam<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the \u201cSchedule Your Delivery\u201d scam, you are tricked into opening a link that is going to help you schedule the delivery time of your parcel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Message Example:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>\u201cYour package is on hold. Please choose a delivery time to avoid return to sender. Confirm your preferences here: <\/em>&nbsp;[usps.delivery-tracker.com]\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"9-postage-due-scam-\"><strong>Postage Due Scam<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This scam tricks you into thinking a small payment is required for a delivery. The link takes you to a fake site where you\u2019re asked to enter your credit card and billing information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Message Example:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>\u201cUSPS ALERT: Additional postage is required to deliver your package. Pay now to avoid return:<\/em> [fake-usps-payments.com]\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"10-track-your-package-scam-\"><strong>Track Your Package Scam<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Around the holidays, it\u2019s normal for deliveries to run late. That makes people more anxious to track their packages. To deceive you, a fake tracking link is dropped in your inbox that leads to a site made to look like USPS.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once there, it may ask for your name, address, login info, or even payment details under the guise of \u201cverifying delivery.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Message Example:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>\u201cUSPS: Your tracking number 9400111899220000000000 is now out for delivery. Track it here:<\/em> [tracking.usps-alerts.info]\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Similar tactics are used in <a href=\"https:\/\/wp.socialcatfish.cloud\/scamfish\/fedex-text-scam-fake-shipment-tracking-codes-spam-peoples-inboxes\/\">FedEx text scams<\/a> with fake tracking links, where scammers impersonate shipping carriers to trick you into clicking malicious URLs or entering personal information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For a broader understanding, this <a href=\"https:\/\/wp.socialcatfish.cloud\/scamfish\/usps-scam\/\">USPS scam awareness guide<\/a> outlines the risks of USPS phishing messages and breaks down common delivery scam tactics to watch for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"11-how-real-usps-notifications-work-\"><strong>How Real USPS Notifications Work <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">USPS doesn\u2019t send random text messages about packages. You only get updates if you sign up for tracking alerts yourself. Here\u2019s how to tell the difference between a real message and a <a href=\"https:\/\/wp.socialcatfish.cloud\/scamfish\/delivery-scams-6-major-red-flags-you-should-watch-out-for\/\">delivery scam<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Real USPS Notifications<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Scam Messages Posing as USPS<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Sent only if you signed up for tracking alerts<\/td><td>Arrive out of nowhere, you never requested them<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Includes your tracking number<\/td><td>Vague or missing tracking number<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Shows the delivery status or location of the package<\/td><td>Claims there\u2019s a \u201cproblem\u201d or a \u201cdelivery failure\u201d<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Comes from a usps.com domain or an official source<\/td><td>Comes from strange numbers or short links (bit.ly)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Never ask for payment via text or email<\/td><td>Asks you to pay a small redelivery or customs fee<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Does not ask for personal or financial info<\/td><td>Asks for your address, credit card, or login<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Can be verified by going to USPS.com directly<\/td><td>It can\u2019t be verified on the official USPS website<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you got a fake USPS text and want to know who\u2019s behind the number or link, Social Catfish lets you run a<a href=\"https:\/\/socialcatfish.com\/reverse-lookup\/\"> reverse lookup<\/a>. It\u2019s a simple way to see if that message has been used in other scams before you become the next target.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><div class=\"search_mb_2020 scfb_mb_search scfb_full_search blog_content_search\"> <div class=\"search-form-2020\"  data-js-r=\"search.form\">\n    <div class=\"row tabs-content\">\n        <div class=\"scf-tooltip-badge-target\" data-badge-number=\"1\" data-badge-position=\"badge-bl\"><\/div>\n        <div class=\"col-sm-3\">\n\n            <div class=\"tabs\" data-pause=\"false\">\n                <div class=\"dropdown-overlay\"  data-js-r=\"search.form.dropdown_overlay\"><\/div>\n                <a data-item=\"0\" data-type=\"2\" href=\"https:\/\/socialcatfish.com\/\" class=' active '><i class=\"si-user\"><\/i> <span>Name<\/span><\/a>\n                <a data-item=\"1\" data-type=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/socialcatfish.com\/reverse-email-address-search\/\" class=' '><i class=\"si-email\"><\/i> <span>Email<\/span><\/a>\n                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Here\u2019s What to Do<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/wp.socialcatfish.cloud\/scamfish\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/usps-holiday-scam-4-1024x576.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-34532\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wp.socialcatfish.cloud\/scamfish\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/usps-holiday-scam-4-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/wp.socialcatfish.cloud\/scamfish\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/usps-holiday-scam-4-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/wp.socialcatfish.cloud\/scamfish\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/usps-holiday-scam-4-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/wp.socialcatfish.cloud\/scamfish\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/usps-holiday-scam-4-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/wp.socialcatfish.cloud\/scamfish\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/usps-holiday-scam-4-640x360.png 640w, https:\/\/wp.socialcatfish.cloud\/scamfish\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/usps-holiday-scam-4-1250x703.png 1250w, https:\/\/wp.socialcatfish.cloud\/scamfish\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/usps-holiday-scam-4-400x225.png 400w, https:\/\/wp.socialcatfish.cloud\/scamfish\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/usps-holiday-scam-4.png 1960w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you clicked a fake USPS text or entered your information, don\u2019t panic, but act quickly. Every second counts when it comes to <a href=\"https:\/\/wp.socialcatfish.cloud\/scamfish\/social-catfish-discover-the-free-features-of-social-catfish-protecting-your-online-identity-has-never-been-easier\/\">protecting your online identity<\/a> and finances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Change your passwords immediately. Start with your email and any accounts that use the same password. If scammers got your login info, they may try to access other sites you use.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Contact your bank or credit card company<strong>. <\/strong>They can flag suspicious activity, issue a new card, and help <a href=\"https:\/\/wp.socialcatfish.cloud\/scamfish\/mobile-payment-app-scams-paypal-venmo-zelle-cashapp-scams-to-watch-out-for-this-holiday-season\/\">protect your money<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use a trusted antivirus app to check for any malware that may have been downloaded. If you see anything suspicious, follow the app\u2019s removal instructions or visit a phone repair professional.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Consider freezing your credit temporarily<strong>.<\/strong> A credit freeze stops anyone from opening new accounts in your name.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visit https:\/\/reportfraud.ftc.gov to report the scam. This helps authorities investigate and shut down fraudulent operations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Suspicious USPS messages often raise questions about who sent them. <a href=\"https:\/\/socialcatfish.com\/search-specialist\/\">Social Catfish\u2019s Search Specialist service<\/a> can assist by using advanced online investigation techniques to trace deceptive messages back to their source and help you identify potential scammers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Feedback from one of our verified clients:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>\u201cI was suspicious about some of the things I was being told that did not add up. Linnie M was my search specialist and she confirmed what I suspected. It was a good thing they can do in depth checks that the normal person cannot. I was sad that she showed me my person was a fake but grateful to know the truth\u201d &#8211; <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.trustpilot.com\/users\/60d1399ee46462001a8c222c\"><em>Brenda Delorme<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><div class=\"search_mb_2020 scfb_mb_search scfb_full_search blog_content_search\"> <div class=\"search-form-2020\"  data-js-r=\"search.form\">\n    <div class=\"row tabs-content\">\n        <div class=\"scf-tooltip-badge-target\" data-badge-number=\"1\" data-badge-position=\"badge-bl\"><\/div>\n        <div class=\"col-sm-3\">\n\n            <div class=\"tabs\" data-pause=\"false\">\n                <div class=\"dropdown-overlay\"  data-js-r=\"search.form.dropdown_overlay\"><\/div>\n                <a data-item=\"0\" data-type=\"2\" href=\"https:\/\/socialcatfish.com\/\" class=' active '><i class=\"si-user\"><\/i> <span>Name<\/span><\/a>\n                <a data-item=\"1\" data-type=\"1\" 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