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Who's really behind that random strange text from nowhere?

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Scammers use various tactics to engage potential victims and gain their trust.

Text message scams, also known as "smishing," a combination of SMS and phishing, have become increasingly sophisticated.

Always be cautious when receiving unexpected messages, especially those asking for personal information or containing suspicious links.

Use your phone's built-in blocking features to prevent further contact.

Consider using a data removal service to eliminate your personal information from data broker sites.

These services can reduce spam, decrease the risk of identity theft and clean up your online presence.

Having a removal service is great if you want to monitor and automate the process of removing your information from hundreds of sites continuously over a longer period of time.