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How to Reply to a Text Scammer and Prevent Future Spam Texts
If you receive a text from an unknown number, you may be the target of a text scammer. Here are some tips for how to reply to a text scammer and prevent future spam messages:
- If the text seems suspicious, do not reply.
- Never share any personal information with the sender.
- If you can identify the sender as a scammer, reply with something humorous such as "Please take me off your list" or "I received your text in error."
- If you receive a message containing a link, do not click on it.
- Block the number after you finish replying.
- Report the text scammer to your service provider or to the Federal Communications Commission.
- Consider downloading a service or app that will help you to identify spam texts.
- Be mindful of who you give your phone number to online.
With these steps, you can protect yourself from becoming a victim of a text scam and prevent future spam messages.
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