Bank Statement Descriptor

Portlyn ShippingFraudulent Bank Statement Charge — Phishing, employment scam

MEDIUM-HIGH70/100
Typical Amount

$0.0

Community Reports

1

Scam Type

Phishing, employment scam

Last Reported

Today

What is this charge?

Scammers using the name Portlyn Shipping asked for ID, SSN, and bank information for a fake job offer.

How much does Portlyn Shipping charge?

The typical charge amount for "Portlyn Shipping" is $0.0. Victims have reported similar amounts. Check your full statement history for multiple or recurring charges.

Is Portlyn Shipping a scam?

"Portlyn Shipping" is highly suspicious. Our database rates it 70/100 for fraud risk. Multiple consumers have reported unauthorized charges.

What to do if you see Portlyn Shipping on your statement

  1. Freeze your card immediately — Contact your bank to block further unauthorized charges.
  2. Contact your bank — Call the number on the back of your card to initiate a dispute within 60 days.
  3. File an FTC report — Report at reportfraud.ftc.gov to create an official record.

How to Dispute This Charge

  1. 1

    Gather evidence

    Take a screenshot of the charge on your statement showing "Portlyn Shipping", the date, and amount. Save it as a PDF if possible.

  2. 2

    Contact your bank immediately

    Call the number on the back of your card or use your bank's app to initiate a dispute. Do this within 60 days of the charge date.

  3. 3

    Use dispute reason: "Fraudulent transaction"

    Spoofed merchant charges are treated as fraud. Request a card replacement with a new number immediately.

  4. 4

    Change your passwords and enable 2FA

    If a spoofed charge appeared, your card details may be compromised. Change banking passwords and enable two-factor authentication.

  5. 5

    Follow up in writing

    Send a certified letter to your bank within 10 days of the phone call to create a legal paper trail. Keep the tracking number.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is "Portlyn Shipping" on my bank statement?
Scammers using the name Portlyn Shipping asked for ID, SSN, and bank information for a fake job offer.
Is "Portlyn Shipping" a scam?
Yes. "Portlyn Shipping" is classified as a Phishing, employment scam with a threat level of 70/100 in the TitanAlert database. It has been reported by 1 consumer and is considered medium-high severity.
How much does "Portlyn Shipping" typically charge?
The typical charge amount for "Portlyn Shipping" is $0.0. However, amounts may vary. Always check your full statement history for multiple charges.
How do I stop "Portlyn Shipping" from charging me again?
To stop future charges: (1) Contact your bank and request a new card number immediately, (2) Dispute all charges as unauthorized, (3) Search your email for any confirmation from this merchant and cancel any accounts, (4) File a complaint with the FTC at reportfraud.ftc.gov.

How many people have reported Portlyn Shipping?

1 consumer has reported this charge in the TitanAlert database. This community data helps others identify fraudulent charges quickly.

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