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⚠ Verified Scam Text Message

Do not click any links in this message. Forward to 7726 (SPAM) to report to your carrier.

Scam SMS Text

COVID / Government Benefit Scam

USDA: You may be eligible for additional SNAP benefits of $[AMOUNT]. To claim your benefits, please verify your information: [LINK]

Embedded Link (DO NOT VISIT)

usda-snap-benefits.net

Sender Number

Unknown

What To Do

  1. 1.Do not click the link in the message.
  2. 2.Forward the text to 7726 (SPAM) — works on all US carriers.
  3. 3.Block the sender number.
  4. 4.Report to the FTC at reportfraud.ftc.gov.
  5. 5.If you clicked the link, change passwords and monitor accounts for unauthorized activity.
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