⚠ Verified Scam Text Message
Do not click any links in this message. Forward to 7726 (SPAM) to report to your carrier.
Why this text is dangerous
This text is a documented Apple ID Scam smishing pattern. Smishing (SMS phishing) uses short urgent texts with malicious links. Carriers cannot block every sender, so treat unexpected texts as suspicious even if they look official.
Scam SMS Text
Apple ID Scam
Your Apple ID (Case ID: [CASE_ID]) has triggered a security warning. A pending $287.99 charge at 'APPLE STORE – Orlando, FL' was detected via Apple Pay Pre-Authorization. Additionally, multiple unauthorized sign-in attempts and Apple Pay setup requests from unknown devices have been flagged. These actions are temporarily blocked, and the charge is under investigation. If this activity is familiar, no action is required, and the transaction will proceed within 24 hours. If not, contact Apple Support immediately at [PHONE] for assistance. Stay secure, Apple Security Division
Embedded Link (DO NOT VISIT)
getsupport.apple.com.[FAKE_DOMAIN]
Sender Number
+1-[RANDOM]
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What To Do
- 1.Do not click the link in the message.
- 2.Forward the text to 7726 (SPAM) — works on all US carriers.
- 3.Block the sender number.
- 4.Report to the FTC at reportfraud.ftc.gov.
- 5.If you clicked the link, change passwords and monitor accounts for unauthorized activity.