I’m wondering about this payment request I received for $179.99.
Unexpected payment request for $179.99
Posted on Oct 29, 2026 9:49 AM
I’m wondering about this payment request I received for $179.99.
Posted on Oct 29, 2026 9:49 AM
Oct 29, 2026 10:19 AM in response to anuki67
That’s a phishing attempt from scammers and it’s literally been reported 100’s of times if not 1000’s.
Apple would never contact you. Your bank (issuer of card) would contract you. Banks do the exact opposite of the message you received. If they suspect fraud the transaction is stopped immediately. You have to call to verify the transaction, not call to stop the transaction.
“Don't answer suspicious phone calls or messages claiming to be from Apple. Instead, contact Apple directly through our official support channels.”
”To report a suspicious SMS text message that looks like it's supposed to be from Apple, take a screenshot of the message and email the screenshot to [email protected].”
You can report phishing at these links and most importantly your local law enforcement.
Identify legitimate emails from the App Store or iTunes Store.
FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center
Learn about how not to be a victim of Social Engineering.
Oct 29, 2026 9:51 AM in response to anuki67
Yes, I am interested.
Originally posted at discussions.apple.com/thread/256385393