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Is That DPD Text or Email a Scam?
DPD scams typically involve fake delivery notification texts asking you to pay a fee or reschedule a delivery through a phishing link.
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Common DPD Scams in the UK
Here are the most common scams that impersonate DPD, with real examples of the messages people receive:
⚠️ Delivery fee scam
A text claiming your DPD parcel requires a delivery fee before it can be released.
DPD: Your parcel is being held at our depot. Pay the £2.50 delivery charge to release: http://dpd-deliver.co/pay
⚠️ Address confirmation
A text asking you to confirm or update your delivery address via a link that leads to a phishing site.
DPD: We couldn't verify your delivery address. Please update your details: http://dpd-update.com/address
How to Spot a Fake DPD Message
- DPD never asks for payment via text message links
- The real DPD website is dpd.co.uk
- Genuine DPD notifications come from the DPD app or dpd.co.uk
- DPD drivers can be tracked in real-time via the official app
✅ Genuine DPD contact: Visit dpd.co.uk directly or use the DPD app
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Frequently Asked Questions
No. DPD never asks for payment via text message links. If you receive such a text, it is a scam.
Use the DPD app or go directly to dpd.co.uk and enter your tracking number there. Never click links in unexpected texts.
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