Turns out these messages are definitely a scam. The sender pulls personal details like your name from public profiles, then tries to lure you onto Yahoo Messenger or similar platforms. Ignoring the text, not replying, and blocking the number are the safest steps. Report the number to your carrier and to the FTC or local consumer protection agency. Keep your accounts locked down: enable two‑factor authentication, avoid clicking unknown links, and consider a spam‑filtering app. If you suspect identity theft, change passwords and monitor credit reports. Staying vigilant stops these spam schemes before they spread.
It seems 'txtflirt36' may be harvesting numbers from Facebook, as I've received multiple calls from this source.
After receiving a message from this number that included my name, I responded with a greeting and an apology, stating I didn't recognize the number; the response I got was a request to add them on Yahoo Messenger, which raised significant scam suspicions.
A text message was received from this number, addressing me by name; a response was sent, but no reply has been received
A text message was received from this number, addressed to me by name, while I reside in Washington
You should tighten up the security on your account and avoid clickin unknown link, also report any suspicous Yahoo ID to they abuse team
A text was received from this number, addressing me by name and mentioning my location in Texas, but no response was given when asked who it was
Similarly, a text message was received from this number, addressing the recipient by name, which is interesting given the recipient's residence in Texas, south of Houston; the number is registered as a textPlus number when called back.
Could someone please identify the owner of this number? I've received a text message and would appreciate any information, especially since I'm based in Texas.