Reasons for Unordered Amazon Packages: What You Need to Know

Discover why you might receive Amazon packages you didn't order and how to handle them effectively.

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Receiving packages you didn’t order can be due to errors like mistaken addresses, a possible friend or family member sending a gift, or brushing scams where sellers send items to boost their ratings. Verify orders in your Amazon account, and report any unauthorized packages to Amazon Customer Service to address the issue and safeguard your account.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What should I do if I receive a package I didn't order from Amazon? Verify your orders in your Amazon account and report unauthorized packages to Amazon Customer Service to resolve the issue.
  2. What are brushing scams related to online shopping? Brushing scams involve sellers sending unordered items to boost their ratings, creating fake sales records.
  3. Could a friend or family member be sending me gifts? Yes, sometimes gifts are sent unexpectedly from friends or relatives, resulting in packages you didn't order.
  4. How can I check my Amazon order history? Log in to your Amazon account and navigate to 'Your Orders' to review your recent purchases.

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