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- It is a subterfuge whereby one sends a text intentionally to a target which is intended to be read as an accident. It is also known as the "accidental-on-purpose text", "fake text", or even "fext" (for "fake texting").
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- Responding to an Accidental Text from a Stranger
- Responding to an Accidental Text from Someone You Know
Your phone dings, and you excitedly pick it up only to be confused by the text you received. This was definitely not meant for you…or was it? Whether the accidental text is from a stranger or someone you know, there are two ways you can handle it: let the texter know they’ve got the wrong number, or have a little fun. We’ve put together a list of t...
“Sorry but you have the wrong number.”
Be upfront with the sender to avoid more accidental texts. Let the sender know you’re not who they think you are immediately. This is a polite way to tell a stranger they’ve got the wrong number.
Talking to strangers can be dangerous, especially when they’re hiding behind a screen. Be cautious when responding to a text from someone you don’t know.
If you text a stranger back, never tell them personal information. Keep your full name and where you live secret.
“I don’t think I’m the person you’re looking for.”
This is an immediate way to tell the sender you’re not who they think you are. If you don’t want to play any trolling games, this is a great way to stop any more accidental texts. No need to go into details, just a simple “I’m not…” will suffice.
“LOL don’t think this was meant for me!”
Have a good laugh with your friend about their mistake. Maybe they opened up the wrong text thread and sent you a flirty text meant for their partner. That’s embarrassing, but also hilarious!
Let your friend know everything’s chill with a “😂” or “🙈.”
Answer a random question with a question. You might not realize you’ve received an accidental text until you're deep in conversation—and the sender might not know it either! Ask for more information if you're asked a question like, “How’s the new place?” or “What are you bringing tonight?”
If your friend has left you out of the loop, you
know what’s up. Did you just get sent a long message full of drama you didn’t know was going down? Replying with true shock will help your friend realize they’ve got the wrong number, and maybe they’ll fill you in on the tea.
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Jul 26, 2018 · The "accidental" text is an intentional text which purports to be an accidental. The scare quotes around "accidental" indicate it's ersatz nature. It is a subterfuge whereby one sends a...
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- Missed delivery notification from UPS or others. With more people shopping online because of the pandemic, delivery notification scam texts have run rampant.
- “Is this you?” messages purporting to be from a friend or colleague. A message from a friend, family member, or employer would likely prompt an immediate response.
- Text scams claiming that your bank is closing your account. Scammers know that sending you anything to do with your bank account will prompt you to act without thinking.
- Texts claiming that you’ve won a prize or sweepstakes. Winning a tropical holiday to the Bahamas, a new MacBook, or a million dollar cash prize would make your day.
Aug 25, 2022 · How-To. Security. That Text You Got for Someone Else? It Was Really Meant to Hook You. Here's how to avoid the so-called misdirected text scam, where someone tries to trick you into responding so...
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Jun 8, 2022 · Owning your mistake is about acknowledging something has happened. In other words, please do not ignore it. Customers will take far worse to receiving the wrong text message with zero explanation than they will if they receive a humbling ‘hands up’ text message straight after.
Jul 29, 2022 · Security. Odd text from a wrong number? It's probably a scam. The scams — in which con artists send out huge batches of eye-grabbing but innocuous texts — have become the introduction du jour...
