SMS Text from 50472

I received a text from 50472 with an apple id code - did not request it - should i be concerned?


I have two factor authentication turned on.

iPhone 11

Posted on Feb 25, 2023 11:14 AM

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Posted on Feb 25, 2023 12:45 PM

It is scam / phishing, 50472 is a short code.

Report it to Apple, 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

Then delete it.


Apple does not send 2FA codes by text message. By default, Apple sent 2FA code to your trusted devices 

See -> Two-factor authentication for Apple ID - Apple Support





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Feb 25, 2023 12:45 PM in response to GinnyRB

It is scam / phishing, 50472 is a short code.

Report it to Apple, 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

Then delete it.


Apple does not send 2FA codes by text message. By default, Apple sent 2FA code to your trusted devices 

See -> Two-factor authentication for Apple ID - Apple Support





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