Is this text from my bank a scam?
You will learn safe ways to spot a fake bank text.
Scam texts try to scare you into acting fast. They may say your account is locked or charged. Real banks rarely text links like that.
Never tap a link in a surprise text. Do not call the number in the message. Find your bank's real number on your card instead.
You can paste the text into ChatGPT. It can point out the warning signs for you. But it cannot check if the text is truly real.
- Do not tap any link in the text.
- Look at your card for the real bank number.
- Call that number and ask about your account.
- Paste the message into ChatGPT for warning signs.
- Delete the text once you feel sure.
I got this text saying it is from my bank: [paste the text here]. Please point out any signs that it might be a scam. Use very simple words.
Paste it into ChatGPT, then change the words in brackets to fit you. It opens in a new tab, so you will not lose this page.
Never share your password, PIN, or full card number in a text or chat.