Why does apple need my social security number?

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kfresh1993 Author

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Why does apple need my social security number?

I got a email from apple that said my account was locked and it led me to a page asking for my social, cards card information, and all my information. Why would they need my social and credit card in order for me to unlock my account?

Posted on Dec 3, 2019 5:21 PM

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stedman1

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Dec 3, 2019 5:22 PM in response to kfresh1993

Apple does not send such messages.
Apple would not warn of a pending account issue, giving you a deadline to fix the issue.
Apple does not include document, or PDF files to download.
Apple would not refer to you as Dear Customer, Dear Client, or anything other than the name on file for your account.
Apple would not have such horrible spelling or grammar.
Apple would not send a message to “Undisclosed Recipients”.

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.

reportphishing@apple.com

The link below has information to help identify fraudulent emails.

https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204759

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