Text from BPO Collect

I just had an odd text message from BPO Collect saying they have an important and confidential letter for me and to click a link. I did a google search and found they were a legit company. However, when I did click the link it asked for DoB and Post Code, however apparently my details do not match their records. Has anyone had anything similar? I don't have any debts according to my credit file?

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  • Brie
    Brie Posts: 14,071 Ambassador
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    Scam.  Just because it's mocked up with legit details doesn't mean the link is to a legit company.  Never click on links.  Always find the company's website to see what's on there.  
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  • fatbelly
    fatbelly Posts: 22,530 Forumite
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    The general rule is to ignore texts. If it's important, they'll write
  • Scam for sure
  • sourcrates
    sourcrates Posts: 31,030 Ambassador
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    Sending texts with links to encrypted letters is a typical DCA tactic, its cheap for starters, but as another poster has mentioned, it can also be a platform for scammers to obtain your details.

    It could be a scam, or it could be a phishing attempt, usually if they have your address details, they will write to you.

    It may or may not be attributable to yourself, but should they eventually write, respond with the "provit letter" in the sticky thread.
    I’m a Forum Ambassador and I support the Forum Team on the Debt free wannabe, Credit file and ratings, and Bankruptcy and living with it boards. If you need any help on these boards, do let me know. Please note that Ambassadors are not moderators. Any posts you spot in breach of the Forum Rules should be reported via the report button, or by emailing forumteam@moneysavingexpert.com. All views are my own and not the official line of MoneySavingExpert.For free non-judgemental debt advice, contact either Stepchange, National Debtline, or CitizensAdviceBureaux.Link to SOA Calculator- https://www.stoozing.com/soa.php The "provit letter" is here-https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/2607247/letter-when-you-know-nothing-about-about-the-debt-aka-prove-it-letter
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