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RTO & Failed Delivery
RTO (return-to-origin) scams claim your parcel was returned and demand re-shipping or handling fees. Verify tracking on the courier's official website with your tracking number.
Who is targeted: Online shoppers with active shipments — especially international parcels.
Warning signs
- !RTO fee to personal UPI to re-dispatch
- !Tracking number not found on official courier site
- !India Post fee via WhatsApp not official counter
- !Customs clearance from unknown number
What to do
- 1Check tracking on courier official website
- 2Contact seller through platform messaging
- 3Do not pay RTO fees to random UPI IDs
- 4File dispute on marketplace if goods never arrive
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