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I got an email from subscriber team for $189.95. Is this real or a scam?

I got an email from subscriber team to charge me $189.95.Is this real or a scam?

Posted on Nov 5, 2021 11:59 AM

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ed2345

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Posted on Nov 5, 2021 12:26 PM

Roxann,

'Subscriber Team"? "Locked checking account"? That is almost certainly a scam phishing message. Look at the tips in here:

Identify legitimate emails from the App Store or iTunes Store - Apple Support

However, if there is actually a real charge on your account (which in this case I doubt), follow the steps in here:

If you see 'apple.com/bill' on your billing statement - Apple Support

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I got an email from subscriber team for $189.95. Is this real or a scam?

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