Suspicious Email??

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Suspicious Email??

I received a suspicious-looking email claiming that I will receive a $100 promo bla bla. I beleive this is an obvious scam. However, the email address that it has been sent from looks kind of legit. So can you please confirm if the below is a scam email. Thanks :)

Posted on Jul 17, 2023 12:44 AM

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Raicya

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Jul 17, 2023 12:54 AM in response to PurpleGirl88

that I will receive a $100 promo bla bla

Yes, it is a scam / phishing mail.

See the following Apple articles:

If you think your Apple ID has been compromised

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

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

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.

After you reported, delete the message and see -> Clear the history and cookies from Safari on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch

Clear the history and cookies from Safari on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support

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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