Jun 17, 2024 · USPS® and the Postal Inspection Service are aware of the circulation of fake emails/email scams claiming to be from USPS officials including the Postmaster General. Please know USPS officials would never reach out directly to consumers and ask for money or Personal Identifying Information (PII).

Email Scams. Email scams can claim to be from the U.S. Postal Service and contain fraudulent information about an attempted or intercepted package delivery or online postage charges. They usually contain a link or attachment that, when opened, installs a malicious virus or malware that can steal personal information from the customer's computer.

Feb 6, 2024 · The CyberSafe at USPS team advises employees and contractors to take the following steps if they receive a suspicious email: • Slow down. Evaluate the message, particularly if it has an “urgent” request.

Jun 26, 2024 · To protect yourself and others from consumer frauds, visit our fraud prevention page. HOW TO REPORT USPS Related SMISHING: To report USPS related smishing, send an email to [email protected]. Without clicking on the web link, copy the body of the suspicious text message and paste into a new email.

Feb 4, 2025 · The Postal Service is reminding employees and contractors to guard against phishing emails to protect the network from cyberattacks. A phishing email is an attempt by a scammer posing as a legitimate institution or person to lure the recipient into providing sensitive data such as credit card details, personally identifiable information and passwords.

May 3, 2022 · Have you seen emails or text messages from the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) that claim you have to pay duties and taxes for your package? Worried that you might be led to fake USPS websites? Calm down — and think twice before you hit the “Review the package” button, for they may be USPS scams!

Jan 29, 2024 · The U.S. Postal Service and Postal Inspection Service have issued a warning about fake emails circulating claiming to be sent by USPS with the subject line "Delivery Notification Failure."

You may receive suspicious emails or notifications or phishing scams to your email. These messages often express urgency and contain suspicious hyperlinks or attachments, while arriving from an unknown sender.

Jan 7, 2025 · The Postal Service is reminding employees and contractors to be aware of online scams that can pose a threat or cause harm to the organization. While individuals can fall victim to many different types of scams, cybercriminals commonly prey on their intended targets — via texting or email — for financial gain. Some of these scams include:

Fraud related to the U.S. Mail™, including sweepstakes, lotteries, online auctions, and chain letters. 1-877-876-2455. Report information on counterfeit postage to [email protected]. Forward suspicious emails and …