Got an email that says my Apple ID is locked
Got an email from Apple that my Apple ID is locked, when I went to the website it looks legitimate however it’s asking for my social security number. Is this a scam?
iPhone X, iOS 13
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Got an email from Apple that my Apple ID is locked, when I went to the website it looks legitimate however it’s asking for my social security number. Is this a scam?
iPhone X, iOS 13
It is a phishing attempt. Do not respond. Do not divulge any personal or financial information. You can use the address below to forward the suspect email message, as an attachment to Apple.
The link below has information to help identify fraudulent emails.
It is a phishing attempt. Do not respond. Do not divulge any personal or financial information. You can use the address below to forward the suspect email message, as an attachment to Apple.
The link below has information to help identify fraudulent emails.
Yes. If an Apple ID actually gets locked, its owner will be told when they try logging into it instead of through email.
Forward the email to reportphishing@apple.com as an attachment and then delete it.
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Got an email that says my Apple ID is locked