Suspicious Apple ID text scam

I just received this text:

"Your Apple ID was used at "APPLE STORE" for $212.99. To ensure safety we hold payment for approval. If not you then contact Apple Support 18*****52"

The agent listed several more large purchases (none of which are mine) and wanted me to join a zoom/video call. It sounded shady. Any advice?



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iPhone 13, iOS 18

Posted on Jan 24, 2025 8:18 AM

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Posted on Jan 24, 2025 8:26 AM

Hello~ It’s a scam. Did you give this “agent” any personal information or your Apple Account information. My advice if so…


If you think your Apple Account has been compromised - Apple


Work through the entire article above. In the future don’t interact with these scammers. Click on below and review…


Recognize and avoid social engineering schemes including phishing messages, phony support calls, and other scams - Apple Support


You can check your purchases below…


View your purchase history for the App Store and other Apple media services - Apple Support


Also this excellent user tip from *Mr Hoffman* provides some excellent information…


Billed, but you didn’t buy? - Apple Community


~Katana-San~



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Jan 24, 2025 8:26 AM in response to kfrompetersburg

Hello~ It’s a scam. Did you give this “agent” any personal information or your Apple Account information. My advice if so…


If you think your Apple Account has been compromised - Apple


Work through the entire article above. In the future don’t interact with these scammers. Click on below and review…


Recognize and avoid social engineering schemes including phishing messages, phony support calls, and other scams - Apple Support


You can check your purchases below…


View your purchase history for the App Store and other Apple media services - Apple Support


Also this excellent user tip from *Mr Hoffman* provides some excellent information…


Billed, but you didn’t buy? - Apple Community


~Katana-San~



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