What Is Smishing? Tips and Tools to Avoid SMS Phishing Scams

Vlog: What Is Smishing and How to Avoid It?

Smishing is the SMS text message version of phishing. It is such a successful scam for two main reasons: the proliferation of SMS text message communication and users’ false confidence in text message security. Smishing works very similarly to phishing. Scammers use phony messages and malicious links to fool people into compromising their mobile phones, bank accounts, or personal or company data. 

Fortunately, there are several tools individuals and businesses can use to verify phone data and confidently rely on SMS text messaging such as Bulk Phone Validator and Phone Verification API

By staying vigilant and cautious, you can reduce the risk of falling victim to smishing scams.

Read our blog What Is Smishing and How to Avoid It or watch the video below to learn more. 



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