Amazon "Account Suspended" Text Scam — Fake Appeals Warning
Account suspension appeal — multi-step form harvests credentials and card
Amazon: Your account has been suspended. To restore access contact us immediately: amazon-appeals.net
SMS
Confirmed scam
Suspension threats work because they imply immediate loss of all stored orders, wishlists, and payment methods.
Typical victim loss: $100–$2,000
FTC Consumer Sentinel 2024 — impersonation fraud median $1,760
First seen
Oct 2024
Category
Tech Support
Attack vector
SMS
Trigger
Panic / Urgency
3 red flags in this message
Fake appeals portal
Amazon appeals go through amazon.com seller central or buyer messaging — never third-party sites.
Fake domain
amazon-appeals.net is not an Amazon property.
Urgency window
72-hour deadline to force fast action.
What happens if you click
Login credentials stolen via fake appeals form.
Personal identity documents may be requested on fake portal.
Other versions of this message
Scammers rotate wording to bypass spam filters. All variations lead to the same outcome.
Amazon Account Suspended: Appeal your suspension here within 72 hours.
Your Amazon seller/buyer account has been permanently suspended. Appeal now.
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Frequently asked questions
How does real Amazon suspension work?+
Amazon sends a detailed suspension notice to your registered email with the reason and appeal instructions. They never suspend via SMS.
Where do I appeal a real Amazon account suspension?+
Log in at amazon.com > Seller Central > Performance Notifications, or contact Buyer Support through the app.
Can I lose my Amazon account from this scam?+
Only if you enter your credentials on the fake site, which enables account takeover.
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Check your message →First documented: October 2024
Source: FTC Consumer Sentinel 2024 — impersonation fraud median $1,760
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