I was sent a verification message for TikTok, which I don't use, and immediately blocked and reported the number
Why TikTok Verification Texts From Unknown Numbers Are a Red Flag!
Summary — +12177491256
Expert Opinion
On a typical Tuesday afternoon, users are reporting unsolicited TikTok‑style verification texts from +12177491256. The pattern suggests a bulk‑messaging operation that masquerades as a legitimate app to harvest personal data or install malware. Recipients should treat any unexpected code as suspicious, avoid clicking links, and block the number immediately. Reporting the spam to your carrier and filing a complaint with the FTC can help curb the campaign. Consider enabling two‑factor authentication on your accounts using an authenticator app rather than SMS, and regularly audit which numbers have access to your contact list.
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Recent Reports for (217) 749-1256
This number is probaly a fake tiktok account
The caller claimed to be from Tik Tok, stating they were sending a verification code I had requested, although I had made no such request and do not use the platform.
The caller falsely claimed to be from TikTok, but it was likely an identity theft and phishing scam.
This appears to be a verification code for Telegram.
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It might have been helpful if someone had read the text message aloud.
Text messages have been sent to a 9-year-old child.
I got the same message and imediately deleted and blocked it, my experiance has taught me that if a call seems suspisious, dont waste time trying to make sence of it, just report as spam, delete and block, becuase legitamite calls usualy leave a voicemail
The legitimacy of this number is questionable, potentially being another scam
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I recieved the same messsage today, and I blocked and deleted it immediatly
TikTok sent me a fake verification cod
Upon receiving an unsolicited text message about a TikTok verification code, it became apparent that this was the second instance of such a message, following a previous one from 423-251-5460, which had been blocked after seven unwanted texts and a request to cease communication.
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Verification for a dating app login was the purpose of this call
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