Locked ID
It says my Apple ID is locked but to unlock it I have to put in my social security number. Is that normal or is it a scam
iPhone 8
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It says my Apple ID is locked but to unlock it I have to put in my social security number. Is that normal or is it a scam
iPhone 8
Apple will always address you by your name or the name they have on file for you, not Dear Customer, Dear Client or by using your e-mail address. The e-mail will be from @apple.com or @iTunes.com. E-mail addresses can be spoofed. You can go to Mail/View/Message/Show all Headers to see more. Apple e-mails will never contain an attachment. Apple will never request personal information by email such as Social Security numbers, your Mother’s maiden name or full credit card numbers .
The only exception to the above I have noticed is if you order something from the Apple Store (apple.com), your receipt will be addressed to Dear Apple Customer. That is a receipt for a purchase you initiated.
Avoid phishing emails, fake ‘virus‘ alerts, phony support calls, and other scams
Apple will never request such personal information.
It is a scam. Report it at https://www.apple.com/ca/legal/more-resources/phishing/ and then delete it.
Locked ID