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Chris65
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I received a text, seemingly from O2 saying my bundle was being cancelled due to inability to verify payment method. Unfortunately trying to close it, caught the link but didn't fill in anything before shutting it down - is my info in danger?

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Cleoriff
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@Chris65 

It sounds like a scam

 

Block the number and do not follow any links.

Forward the scam text to 7726 - It's free.

Other ways to report here including Action Fraud website

https://www.o2.co.uk/help/safety-and-security/phishing-and-smishing-advice

How to block a number:

https://www.samsung.com/us/support/answer/ANS00062352/

https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201229

 

If you want to check then contact O2 using any number in this guide Guide: Coronavirus Community Help and Support 

 

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jonsie
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It's a well known scam

If you entered no details you are fine

Block the number @Chris65 

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Chris65
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Many thanks slight_smile
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Many thanks slight_smile
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You're welcome @Chris65  thumbsup

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As all have said it’s a scam. Provided you didn’t enter any information on the page the links took you too it should be fine
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