Plenty of phishing text messages (sms) getting sent to millions of people everyday, like banks, delivery, social media, entertainment and just about anything else you can think of. Don't click links. Don't fall for it. These scam messages are block sent to loads of people everyday.
The purpose of a scam email is often to get you to click a link. This will take you to a website which might download a virus to your computer, or steal passwords or other personal information. This is sometimes known as 'phishing'.
If you receive a call you believe to be fraudulent, hang up. If you are suspicious about an email you have received, forward it (as a screenshot) to report@phishing.gov.uk. Suspicious text messages (as a screenshot or screen recording) should be forwarded to the number 7726 which is free of charge.
Needless to say do no click on links that turn out of the blue. Take time to research and check this blog for advice and further information on similar scams.
