How do I prevent and report scam charges for App Store subscriptions?

A $139.19 have been charged for a subscription from App Store. Contact support team +1(84***310. If this was not made by you.


Is this a scam because it looks like it? Also, how can I prevent from getting these types of scam messages?


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iPhone 13 Pro Max, iOS 18

Posted on Mar 19, 2025 9:45 AM

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Posted on Mar 19, 2025 9:50 AM

Hello,


That does not appear to be a real Apple Support number.


Scams often use pressure techniques like large sums of money to create a sense of urgency.


Learn more about protecting yourself from scams here: Recognize and avoid social engineering schemes including phishing messages, phony support calls, and other scams - Apple Support.


It can be difficult to prevent all scam messages from reaching you. You can always block the scam number, but being able to recognize scams is your best protection.


Thank you for reaching out.

-Drake

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Mar 19, 2025 9:50 AM in response to Sam0650

Hello,


That does not appear to be a real Apple Support number.


Scams often use pressure techniques like large sums of money to create a sense of urgency.


Learn more about protecting yourself from scams here: Recognize and avoid social engineering schemes including phishing messages, phony support calls, and other scams - Apple Support.


It can be difficult to prevent all scam messages from reaching you. You can always block the scam number, but being able to recognize scams is your best protection.


Thank you for reaching out.

-Drake

Mar 19, 2025 9:54 AM in response to Sam0650

Looks like a scam to me. You can view your subscriptions here:

View or cancel app subscriptions on iPhone - Apple Support


As with any email/message you receive, you should never call a number or click a link to enter any personal information.

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


As for stopping these as well as all any other scam, there is not a way to completely stop them. It is no different than a scam phone call on your home phone. As long as someone has your number/email address, they will be able to call or send you a message. You do have the option to block them, but in most cases, they spoof the sending location so you will see the next one that comes from a different location that would need blocked too.

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