A Dangerous New Scam
This season scammers are launching a new wave of fake fraud alerts. These calls pretend to come from well known brands like Western Union, Amazon, or Visa Card Services. The message claims there are suspicious charges or a business listing that needs urgent verification.
YouMail has tracked a surge in these impersonation calls as we head into the holidays.
How the Scam Works
The robocall states that two questionable charges have been detected on your card or that your Google business listing will be removed. You are told to press a number to verify.
Do not press anything. This connects you directly to fraudsters who attempt to steal payment information. The professionalism of the recording makes the scam convincing.
What Numbers Are Being Used
Scammers rotate through a large set of phone numbers. A few of the most common include:
High volume hotspots include Texas, California, New York, Illinois, and Georgia.
How YouMail Helps Stop These Calls
YouMail protects users from impersonation scams by:
- Blocking automated fraud alerts
- Screening suspicious numbers
- Allowing reverse phone lookups
- Flagging spoofed calls
- Offering community reported scam data
When these calls hit YouMail protected devices, most never ring at all.
How to Stay Safe This Season
- Never press a number during an unsolicited call
- Do not rely on caller ID alone
- Look up suspicious numbers using YouMail’s directory
- Contact your bank or provider using VERIFIED channels
- Share alerts with family members who might be targeted
Final Thoughts
Holiday scammers are getting smarter, but you can stay ahead of them with the right tools.
Use YouMail to protect your phone from impersonation scams all season long.
