To minimize the risk of becoming a victim of smishing (SMS fraud), you should follow basic safety rules:

Be cautious: Never thoughtlessly click on links in SMS messages, especially if they concern urgent payments, account verification, or shipments.

Verify the source: If an SMS allegedly comes from a bank, courier company, or operator, do not use the link contained in the message. Instead, contact the institution using the official phone number or mobile application.

Check the phone number: Often, the numbers used by fraudsters look suspicious or are foreign numbers.

Watch out for the language: Fake messages often contain language errors, unusual punctuation, or domain names that do not match the official addresses of the given institution.