Kiwis have been warned to be vigilant as scammers try to steal people's details through a fake Countdown text message.
In a new ploy to hit Kiwis, scammers have been sending out fake mobile texts claiming recipients have won "Countdown's November Prize Draw" with a link to click through to claim prizes.
Many Kiwis have been sent the rogue text message, which says "Well-done! You took 4th place in Countdown's November Prize Draw Grab it here" with a dodgy link to click through to.
A Countdown spokesperson told the Herald customers should always check with the grocery store before engaging with any text message.
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