Late last week, callers from 800‑318‑8433 popped up on many users' screens, claiming to be from Target about a credit‑card application. The number is indeed listed by Target as a legitimate line for RedCard and other store‑card verifications, but scammers also spoof it to harvest personal data. If you weren’t expecting a credit‑card offer, treat the call as suspicious. Never give out your Social Security number, driver’s license, or bank details unless you’ve initiated the contact through the official website or the number on the back of your card. Hang up, call the main Target customer‑service line, and verify the request. Watch for pressure tactics and unsolicited requests for payment or fees – those are classic red flags.
Scammers often exploit legitimate numbers like this one for spoofing, which raises questions about the authenticity of calls and the motivations behind looking up known numbers
This number is associated with Target store card verification, and the verification process took less than 10 minutes after applying and being approved.
The person on the call alleged to be from Target, requesting sensitive information such as my driver's license and social security card after I applied for a credit card, which raised suspicions as this was an unprecedented request.
The call was from Target to verify my credit card application, which I had submitted online, to ensure it was legitimate and prevent fraud.
A scam starts with a recording saying it's apple, warning of a breach in your icloud account, and asking you to press 1 to speak to an agent, dont do it.
Verification from Target's customer service confirmed this number is used for verification purposes.
Initially, a female voice left a message asking to call back a number claiming to be from "Target".
This number is asosciated with the Target credit department, aparently they are trying to contact me.
The person on the phone claimed to be from Target, asking to verify personal informations, but wouldnt give me a callback number, thats when i got suspisous
A voicemail from this number mentioned my spouse's name in relation to a Target gift card, but we don't have a Target credit card, indicating a scam
Given that most debt collection calls are attempted scams, it's posible that the person they are looking for doesnt owe any money, this tactic is often used by extortionists to embarass people into paying them, we shouldnt judge without knowing the facts, one day they might be calling people looking for us
This number have been callin me for a few days, askin for the name of a person who had my number like 7 years ago, i get alot of calls for that person, they must be a deadbeat or somethin, owe everybody money.
Despite seeming suspicious, the call may be legitimate, as it pertained to a recently applied-for credit card, with the caller aiming to verify information.
After contacting Target via the phone number on the back of my Redcard, a customer service representative confirmed that the provided number is not associated with any of their departments, indicating it is not legitimate.
I recieved a call from Target, informing me of an account being opened in my name, which was a bit concerning.
This number just called my cell phone, presumably to scam me or somethin
It's suspicious that after applying for a Target card, they would call to verify, as if they were expecting it.
It seem like you are doing a good job protecting your husband from id theft, maybe you could of pass the message to him
Your post comes across as dismissive and troll-like, implying that breaches are impossible, which is not the case, and a more nuanced approach would be beneficial.
Honestly, that's all I can say.
Recieved an inquiry reguarding a Target credit application that wasnt made by me, they were helpfull and warned me of posible ID theft, also providin usefull informations on wich agencies to contact
After applying for their card, I got a verification call to confirm my identity
After recieving a call from this number, which claimed to be from Target's fraud services, I verified the number with Target's customer service, and they confimed it was legit, and I should have called them back to ensure there was no issue with my account.
Upon contacting the Target financial services line, a representative revealed that the number in question is not legitimate, as it conflicted with their official financial services number.
Following my application for a Target RedCard, I received a call from someone claiming to be Jordan from Target, requesting a callback with a provided code, but to be cautious, I will verify through Target's official customer service.
My call was supposedly from the Target credit number 800-318-8433
Appreciative of the call from Target regarding a suspicious account attempt, providing useful contact information for credit fraud and identity theft
I recieved a call from Target this morning, they left a message at 18003188400, it was a legit call appearently
Alternatively, you can contact guest servises, sorry for the inconvienience, glad everything got resoluted though
Their policy, which they refer to as security, dictates that they can only speak with my husband.
