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TikTok User Exposes 'Text Buddy' Scam, Warns Community
A TikTok user, known as Sam✨ (sammy__whamm), recently shared a cautionary tale about a new scam circulating on the platform, dubbed the 'Text Buddy' scam. In a video uploaded on July 23, 2025, Sam recounted receiving a direct message from an individual who initially presented themselves as genuinely seeking conversation. The interaction quickly escalated as the scammer began asking intrusive personal questions, including Sam's age, location, and profession. The conversation culminated in an offer for financial compensation in exchange for continued messaging, which Sam identified as a 'sugar baby' scheme. Sam promptly blocked the scammer and urged other users to be aware of this deceptive tactic. The video has garnered significant attention, with comments indicating that many others have encountered similar solicitations.
