, as even replying "STOP" can confirm your number is active to scammers. Delete the message immediately.

: The primary aim is to get you to reply or click a link. Clicking the link can lead to malware installation (like keyloggers) or to "spoofed" websites designed to steal personal information or login credentials.

: Scammers send an image (like this one) via SMS or MMS, often accompanied by a message intended to pique curiosity, such as a "wrong number" text or a notification about a package.