Replying “STOP” to unsubscribe from text messages feels natural and safe. Legitimate companies use this process all the time. Carriers support it. Most people see it as a safe way to prevent unwanted messages.
That’s exactly why scammers now include it in their texts.
So, can you actually get scammed just by replying “STOP”?
In some cases, yes, but not because the word itself is dangerous, but because scammers use it as bait.
What the Data Shows About ‘Reply STOP’ Scam Messages
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