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[Martz125]

Just had a text saying my account is under review. Is this a scam

[kernowlass]

@Martz125

If its a spoof, DO NOT USE ANY LINK.

Firstly if the email/ text addressed you as ''Dear Member'' / ''Customer'' / ''Client'' OR your ''email address'' then that confirms its a spoof as paypal would address you by your full name eg Dear John Smith.

Secondly if there was a link OR attachment in that email link to ''cancel'' any transaction or ''confirm'' any details then again it would be a spoof.

If there was a problem with your account Paypal would not ask you to click on an unsafe link in an email or by downloading an attachment, they would direct you to log in normally and go to the resolution or the message centre for more information.

More info here >>
https://www.paypal.com/uk/webapps/mpp/phishing
https://www.paypal.com/uk/smarthelp/article/how-would-i-spot-fake-emails-faq2340

[Martz125]

This is what the text says Your account is currently under review. Please complete the security form to avoid restrictions. pay-pal.supportuk.net

[kernowlass]

@Martz125

Did you read my post and the links?

[Martz125]

Yeah I did. I haven't open the links as I never get text messages from PayPal to be honest

[RobH3]

I've just recieved the same message.

Text was from PPALERTS (i could not find a number). It was directing me to pay-pal.supportuk.net 

Text like the OP said says "Your account is currently under review . Please complete security form to avoid restrictions.

I thought i'd leave this info for security teams.

[Martz125]

Ok no worries I didn't do anything with it. I logged in on my app and everything is ok.

[Alibali]

Should I delete the text msg from PPAlerts saying my account is under review and to complete the form on the link? I have not clicked the link.