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The Geek Squad Renewal Scam is a fake email or text message claiming you will be charged for an auto-renewing tech support plan and telling you to call a phone number listed in the message to cancel.
Subject: Shipment details for order #Invoice (237813549)Geek SquadInvoice Date: Monday, September 21, 2026Subscription ID Id: 41630DNZ-367KRH-470LRLInvoice No: 237813549Your membership is active and ready to useHey Jane,Thank you for being a valued customer. This message is an official notification regarding the scheduled renewal of your Geek Squad membership.The renewal details for your active account are outlined below:Membership Status InformationService Plan: Geek Squad InfinityVault UltraSubscription Term: 3 YearsTotal Renewal Amount: USD205.89This transaction will be billed automatically to the primary payment method registered to your account.Customer Support & Account ManagementIf you have questions regarding your billing statement, account settings, or subscription options, the official Geek Squad Support Team is available to assist you. You can reach customer service directly at (816)309-4401.With calm regards,,Geek Squad Extended Protection Plan(816)309-4401
Subject: Shipment details for order #Invoice (237813549)
Geek Squad
Invoice Date: Monday, September 21, 2026Subscription ID Id: 41630DNZ-367KRH-470LRLInvoice No: 237813549
Your membership is active and ready to use
Hey Jane,
Thank you for being a valued customer. This message is an official notification regarding the scheduled renewal of your Geek Squad membership.
The renewal details for your active account are outlined below:
Membership Status InformationService Plan: Geek Squad InfinityVault UltraSubscription Term: 3 YearsTotal Renewal Amount: USD205.89
This transaction will be billed automatically to the primary payment method registered to your account.
Customer Support & Account ManagementIf you have questions regarding your billing statement, account settings, or subscription options, the official Geek Squad Support Team is available to assist you. You can reach customer service directly at (816)309-4401.
With calm regards,,Geek Squad Extended Protection Plan(816)309-4401
The Phone Number: The number in the message does not match official company lines.Weird Email Addresses: The sender uses a free email provider (like Gmail) or a strange domain instead of an official Best Buy address.Urgency: Real companies do not threaten you or demand instant action within 24 hours over a surprise renewal.
What You Should Do
1-800-BEST-BUY
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