I Received a Text That My Apple ID Was Disabled. Here's What Tipped Me Off It Was a Scam

The text included a convenient link to access and reset my password, which I promptly ignored.

After a quick scan for fraudulent charges or suspicious activity, I could tell myApple IDhadn’t been compromised.

Like many text messages I get these days, the whole thing was a scam.

Here’s how to spot the Apple ID smishing scam and steps to take if you’ve fallen victim.

What is the Apple ID scam?

The Apple ID scam can target anyone, regardless of whether you have an Apple account.

This particular scam has been around for years, but it has become more sophisticated and popular recently.

It’s become so common thatApple advised customersto presume any unwanted correspondence from them is a scam.

These fraudulent messages can also come via email.

Criminals hope you’ll log into your account so they can steal your login credentials.

you’ve got the option to also file a complaint about text scams to theFCC.