"Tap to get back into your Instagram account" text messages: It's a scam (2024)

FAQs

"Tap to get back into your Instagram account" text messages: It's a scam? ›

What is the "Tap To Get Back Into Your Instagram Account" scam message? This is a common phishing scam used by hackers to try to gain access to your computer. They pretend to be your Instagram accounts and they have a URL that directs you to a fake site.

Accounts claiming to be from Instagram security asking for account details like your username or password should never be trusted either. Instagram will never send a DM to your personal account regarding a security issue.

No, just opening a message can not result in hacking account. But becareful when you click on link in the message. Clicking on suspicious link can lead to real danger, avoid attachment files too.

Remember, if you get a verification code you didn't request, your account could be in danger. We recommend changing your password to something more robust. However, maybe your account is fine. Maybe your username and password are still secure, but a cybercriminal is trying to rattle you.

It's definitely Instagrams text number, because after this I enabled two step verification and then got a code from the same number. The thing is, I never tried to reset my password in the first place.

According to the Federal Trade Commission, the official government agency dedicated to supporting consumers, “Scammers use email or text messages to trick you into giving them your personal information.” In this case, a scammer was likely looking to get your Instagram information.

Clicking on a link, replying, or calling a number in a scam text can put you at risk of fraud, identity theft, and more.

You receive unknown calls and texts

Your phone can't be hacked just with a regular call — but phone hackers can use fake text messages to infect your phone, and suspicious no caller ID calls may be part of a wider ploy to access your device.

If you choose to use text message (SMS), you'll be sent a text message (SMS) with a special 6-digit security code each time someone tries logging into your Instagram account from a device we don't recognize.

What is SMS Verification Code? SMS verification code is a security feature that many online platforms, including Instagram, use to verify the identity of users during the account login process.

Why is Instagram suddenly asking for verification? ›

To confirm that the account you're trying to access belongs to you. To confirm or edit your age. To process payments. To help prevent abuse such as scams or phishing.

Suspicious login Notifications

If someone logs in to your account from an unknown location or device, we'll send you a notification to confirm it was you. If it wasn't you, you'll be able to quickly reset your password to make sure no one else can log in to your account.

No, you can't see who views your Instagram profile. Even if you move to a business account, you can't get the names, only the metrics as to how many people viewed your profile. It's strongly recommended to stay away from apps and services that promise to let you see the viewers of your Instagram account.

Generally within about 30 days, Instagram will notify you in your activity feed whether your application was successful or not. If so, you'll get the Instagram verification badge right away.

If we see signs of potential inauthentic activity, we will require the account holder to confirm who they are, and once an account holder verifies their information, their account will function as usual unless we have reason to investigate further.

This code is used to confirm your identity and allow you to access your account. The phone number from which the code is sent may appear as a random number since it is likely coming from an automated system, rather than a specific person.