Blocked account UK

[Ani10]

I just got a txt saying my account is blocked. "Your PayPal is blocked. Please re-confirm your identity today or your account will be permanently closed https://paypal.co.uk.ex1t.icu/n/" Is this from you. I have changed my email address in the last couple of months and I notice this forum is my old email.

[kernowlass]

@Ani10 

Its a spoof, NEVER 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

[gilfach49]

text message says my account is blocked why.