Social Media 'Your Account Will Be Deleted' Verification DM Scam Examples
Direct messages impersonating platform support claim your account violates policy and will be deleted unless you verify immediately — linking to a phishing page designed to steal your login.
Last reviewed: 1 June 2026
Sanitized example messages
Illustrative, sanitized examples. Personal details are replaced with placeholders such as [phone number] and [fake link].
Hello [Username], your account has been reported for violating our community guidelines. Verify your account within 24 hours to avoid permanent deletion: [fake link]
NOTICE: We have detected unusual activity on your account. Your account is scheduled for removal. Click here to verify and keep your account: [fake link]
Your account has been flagged for copyright infringement. This is your final warning before deletion. Submit an appeal here: [fake link]
Hi, I am from the [Platform] support team. Your profile has been restricted due to suspicious login activity. Please verify your identity to restore access: [fake link]
What the scammer wants
To steal your social media username and password by directing you to a fake login page, then use your account to run further scams or sell access.
Red flags in the message
- Message arrives as a DM, not an official in-app notification
- Urgent deadline: 24 or 48 hours before deletion
- Link does not go to the official platform domain
- Vague policy violation with no specific detail
- Requests your password or two-factor code
A safe response
Real platforms communicate policy actions through official in-app notifications, not DMs. Go directly to the platform's settings to check account status, and ignore the link.
What not to send
- Your account password
- Two-factor authentication codes
- Personal ID documents
What to do if you already replied
- Change your password immediately on the real platform
- Enable two-factor authentication if not already active
- Check for unfamiliar third-party app connections in your account settings
Evidence to preserve
- Screenshot the full message or call details
- Note the sender number, email, or profile
- Save any links (without clicking) and payment details
- Record dates and times