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Q: When setting up Keychain to work with other devices, it sends a verification code to a phone number I've never owned. How can I change the default phone number?

When I'm setting up Keychain to work with multiple devices, it sends a verification code to a phone number I've never owned. How can I change the default phone number?

iPhone 4S, iOS 7.0.6

Posted on Mar 1, 2014 7:40 AM

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  • by sterling r,

    sterling r sterling r Mar 3, 2014 12:01 PM in response to bighelpseeker
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    Mar 3, 2014 12:01 PM in response to bighelpseeker

    Hey there bighelpseeker,

     

    It sounds like you need to update the phone number associated with your iCloud Keychain. Check out this info from the article named:

    iCloud: Troubleshooting iCloud Keychain

    http://support.apple.com/kb/TS4644

     

    • Check that you have the correct phone number associated with your account:
      • Devices using iOS 7.0.3 or later: Tap Settings > iCloud > Account, then tap Keychain. Check that the phone number listed under Verification Number is correct. If not, enter another phone number.
      • Macs using OS X Mavericks v10.9 or later: Choose Apple () menu > System Preferences. Click iCloud, then click Account Details. Check that the phone number listed under Verification number is correct. If not, enter another phone number.

     

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    Cheers,

    Sterling