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How to report a scammer iCloud user?

I have a scammer who keeps messaging me about paying him. Initially, they were trying to blackmail me, and the police advised me to block and ignore them. Before I do that, I would like to inform Apple Support about this account.


The account in question is ranking.b****@icloud.com.


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iPhone 12, iOS 16

Posted on May 4, 2023 3:57 AM

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Posted on Feb 14, 2024 7:53 PM

I need to report someone iCloud. They hacked my page on facebook and sending ppl stuff about buying a car. They are scamming ppl out money

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May 4, 2023 4:08 AM in response to rodrecuz

See -> Recognize and avoid phishing messages, phony support calls, and other scams

Recognize and avoid phishing messages, phony support calls, and other scams - Apple Support

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  • If you receive a suspicious email or SMS text message that looks like it's supposed to be from Apple, please email it to reportphishing@apple.com.1


How to protect your Apple account and devices

Here are some things you can do to avoid scams that target your Apple account and devices.

  • Never share personal information like credit card numbers, unless you can verify the recipient is who they claim to be.
  • Protect your Apple ID. Use two-factor authentication, always keep your contact information secure and up to date, and never share your Apple ID password or verification codes with anyone. Apple never asks for this information to provide support.
  • Never use Apple Gift Cards to make other kinds of payments. 
  • Learn how to identify legitimate Apple emails about your App Store or iTunes Store purchases. If you send or receive money with Apple Pay (U.S. only), treat it like any other private transaction.
  • Learn how to keep your Apple devices and data secure.
  • Download software only from sources you can trust.
  • Don't follow links or open or save attachments in suspicious or unsolicited messages.


How to report suspicious emails, messages, and calls

  • If you receive a suspicious email that looks like it's supposed to be from Apple, please forward it to reportphishing@apple.com.1  
  • 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 reportphishing@apple.com.
  • To report spam or other suspicious emails that you receive in your iCloud.com, me.com, or mac.com Inbox, send them to abuse@icloud.com.
  • To report spam or other suspicious messages that you receive through Messages, tap Report Junk under the message. You can also block unwanted messages and calls.
  • Report scam phone calls to the Federal Trade Commission (U.S. only) at reportfraud.ftc.gov or to your local law enforcement agency.


See also -> If you think your Apple ID has been compromised

If you think your Apple ID has been compromised - Apple Support

 

To keep your Apple ID account secure, see the following Apple articles: 

See who has access to your device or accounts

See who has access to your iPhone or iPad – Apple Support (UK)

 

Delete suspicious content from your devices

Delete suspicious content from your devices – Apple Support (UK)


Check your Apple ID device list to see where you're signed in

Check your Apple ID device list to find where you're signed in - Apple Support

  • if you see devices that don't belong to you, delete from your account.

 

Personal Safety User Guide -> Personal Safety User Guide – Apple Support (UK)


Manage and use your Apple ID -> Manage and use your Apple ID – Apple Support (UK)


(if you haven't already done this) Two-factor authentication for Apple ID -> Two-factor authentication for Apple ID - Apple Support


Change your Apple ID password -> Change your Apple ID password - Apple Support

  • Create a strong password for your Apple ID, It is best if your password consists of eight or more characters and include upper and lowercase letters, and at least one number. You can also add extra characters and punctuation marks to make your password even stronger. 
  • Never provide your password, passcode, security questions, verification codes, recovery key or any other account security details to anyone else. Apple will never ask you for this information.

 

Then see this Apple article: What to do after you change your Apple ID or password

What to do after you change your Apple ID or password - Apple Support


Never jailbroken your iPhone.


Nov 24, 2024 9:53 AM in response to Jiguser25

Jiguser25 wrote:

someone has been tryin to blackmail me and some other ppl and I don’t know what to do at this point so please someone help, there Apple ID is
s*******@icloud.com

Contact your local police department for any crime committed. Apple works with the local government to help when they can in their investigation. There are also several other useful tips provided by Apple here:

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

Aug 3, 2024 2:33 AM in response to rodrecuz

I have a person that keeps saying I won $3,500 and he is just wanting my information to hack everything on my phone he can. I have changed everything in my phone and even have to block him. But somehow he keeps sending me message's. I don’t answer him but continue to block him. How can I keep him from getting in my phone?


The person of this email is

sa******@icloud


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Oct 4, 2024 1:39 PM in response to rodrecuz

In May this year I began to get pop ups for iCloud sign in. I could not get rid of them. Some times they would go away when I restarted my computer but came back. It was very annoying. I looked up an apple support number on Chrome. I called and they said there were fraudulent charges and they would help with the matter. They had me set something up through Venmo and my bank account. So (stupidly) I gave them some info until I felt this was not appropriate. Then the man was belligerent saying he was trying to help me. Long story longer I was ripped off for $5000. My bank gave me credit initially but them out of the blue took it from my account leaving me in dire straits. It is happening to me again today and I don't know who to contact because I was ripped by some one who I though was Apple support but they were not. Any thoughts would be appreciated.

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