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Gillian_3145896
30-07-2026SMARTY Pioneer
Is this a scam?
Hi I’ve just received the following text that I’m pretty sure it’s a scam as I’ve not signed up for anything other than my mobile package over a year ago or there abouts: “You signed up for SMS fro...
MSF
31-07-2026SMARTY Guru
Gillian_3145896 I would be wary with this one. Normally, text messages from HMRC are received free of charge.
If the scammers have managed to spoof text, it will appear to come from HMRC's number.
They do text if you have asked for a code to enter your account.
As per advice from GordonK_4213188 , give HMRC a call if in doubt - but be prepared to hang on for minutes, hours, days........