Imagine waking up to an unexpected text message offering $600 a day for a simple remote role with Amazon. It seems like the perfect work-from-home opportunity, but responding could end up costing you dearly. Behind these tempting messages lies a clever trick targeting unsuspecting job seekers.
An award-winning tech journalist and Fox News contributor, Kurt Knutsson, recently shared that he personally received one of these texts. The sender claims to be 'Lauren Whitmore from the Amazon Remote Recruitment Team', offering paid work helping merchants with quick 'product refreshes'.
The problem, of course, is that the whole thing is a complete scam.
This latest scam impersonating Amazon targets unsuspecting job seekers with fake promises, making it essential to recognise the warning signs before any harm is done.
New Amazon Job Scam Spreads via Text
The sender claims your background qualifies you for a flexible, task-based remote role, though they never explain how they got your information or where the job listing is posted. Instead, the message lures you in with an extraordinarily generous package:
- Working just 1 to 1.5 hours daily
- Working only four days a week
- Daily earnings between $100 (£73.48) and $600 (£440.91)
- A guaranteed $5,300 (£3,894.70) base salary for every 30 days completed
- Free training provided
- 15 to 20 days of paid time off
- A warning that only 18 openings are left
To apply, the text instructs candidates over 23 to send 'More Info' to a different number. This setup alone ought to raise immediate red flags.
Identical Amazon Scam Flagged by BBB
Reports from the BBB Scam Tracker in July 2026 reveal a striking pattern, detailing a message from Amazon's 'Remote Recruitment Team' with the same terms: 60 to 90 minutes of daily work across four days, $100 (£73.48) to $600 (£440.91) daily pay, and a $5,300 (£3,894.70) monthly base.
Every detail aligns, from the promised 15 to 20 days of leave and 18 remaining spots to the prompt to text 'More Info' to a separate number. While Amazon job text scams are not new, this recent BBB report (viewable at bbb.org/scamtracker/) stands out because the pitch is virtually identical, word-for-word.
Fraudsters often rotate names and contact details while recycling the core offer, illustrating how quickly these operations swap senders to keep the trap moving.
Amazon Addresses Impersonation Scam Texts
'Scammers that attempt to impersonate Amazon put consumers at risk. We will continue to invest in protecting consumers and educating the public on scam avoidance,' an Amazon spokesperson told Fox News.
'We encourage consumers to report suspected scams to us so that we can protect their accounts and refer bad actors to law enforcement to help keep consumers safe. Please visit our help pages to find additional information on how to identify scams and report them at amazon.com/ReportAScam.'
How to Avoid Amazon Job Scam Texts
Verify directly: Search amazon.jobs directly instead of following unsolicited links.
Never reply: Delete suspicious texts and block senders to avoid showing your number is active.
Protect sensitive data: Refuse to share banking or identity details without a formal hiring process.
Avoid upfront fees: Walk away immediately if asked to pay for equipment, training or employment.
Report scammers: Flag fake recruiters at ReportFraud.ftc.gov and Amazon's official reporting page.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the Amazon job scam?It is a scam where fraudsters send fake job offers via text, pretending to be from Amazon, to trick people into sharing personal information or paying fees.
- How can I identify an Amazon job scam text?Look for unsolicited messages offering high pay for minimal work, requests for personal information, or upfront fees. Verify job offers directly on amazon.jobs.
- What should I do if I receive a suspicious job offer text?Do not reply, delete the message, block the sender, and report the scam to authorities and Amazon.
