DETROIT Thieves are using technology to target online shoppers -- and lately, thats just about all of us. RELATED: Is that text spam? How to recognize suspicious text messagesThe high tech thieves are targeting cell phones and are hoping you -- like many -- have been doing extra shopping online during the COVID-19 pandemic. If you click the link sent with the text, its likely going to ask you to verify personal information or enter your credit card number. How to Report Spam Text MessagesIf you get an unwanted text message, there are three ways to report it:

Scam text messages are on the rise -- but how do you know for sure if a text is suspicious or not? Here are some tips from the Federal Trade Commission on how to spot scam, spam of phishing text messages on your mobile device. Spam Text Messages and PhishingScammers send fake text messages to trick you into giving them your personal information things like your password, account number, or Social Security number. There are many ways you can filter unwanted text messages or stop them before they reach you. How to Report Spam Text MessagesIf you get an unwanted text message, there are three ways to report it: