This specific text is a known tactic where scammers use a combination of trusted brands—like and Apple Pay —to trick users into clicking a suspicious link or downloading a malicious file (indicated by the .zip extension). Why This is a Scam
: If you are worried about a real transaction, log in directly through the official Amazon website or the Amazon app to check your order history. Amazonapplepay.zip
Amazon will never request sensitive information outside of Amazon's website or app. Don't click links in suspicious texts—and don' Trustworthy Shopping at Amazon This specific text is a known tactic where
: While you can use Apple Pay on Amazon via their official app or site, they do not send combined notifications or files like this via SMS. What to Do Do NOT click the link or open the .zip file. Delete the message immediately and block the sender. Don't click links in suspicious texts—and don' Trustworthy
: Official companies like Amazon or Apple will never send you a .zip file via text message. These files are often used to hide malware, ransomware, or spyware that can infect your device once opened.