Social MediaImpersonates DHLHigh Risk

DHL Shipment Delivery Failed Social Media

Fake DHL social media message requesting a surcharge for a failed delivery to collect payment card details.

84/100

High Risk

Scam risk score based on AI analysis and community reports

Warning Signs Detected

3 indicators identified

Delivery Surcharge

DHL does not charge for failed delivery attempts via social media messages.

24-Hour Window

Artificial deadline prevents verification of the message's legitimacy.

Fraudulent Payment Link

Link harvests card details on a fake DHL website.

What To Do If You Received This

DHL does not send delivery notifications via social media with payment links. Track your parcel only at dhl.com.

Report Details

Channel: Social Media
Org Impersonated: DHL
Risk Score: 84/100
First Reported: 30 May 2026
Reports Received: 135
Warning Signs: 3

Original Message (Reference)

Anonymised copy of the original message — included for reference

📦 DHL: Your delivery attempt failed today. A £1.99 surcharge applies for a second delivery attempt. Confirm your address and pay here within 24 hours: [SUSPICIOUS-LINK]