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Someone broke into my Apple ID

Someone broke into my Apple ID. How can I make my Apple ID safe again?


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iPad mini, iOS 12

Posted on Dec 16, 2019 12:37 PM

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Posted on Dec 16, 2019 12:38 PM

You might want to consider changing your password and making sure it is a strong one. You can also add 2 Factor Authentication to your account for more security. If the attempts continue, you might want to consider a name change.


Link to contact Apple Support in the article.


Apple ID has been compromised


 Apple ID Password Change


Note the restrictions in the article.


Apple ID Name Change


 What to do after you change your Apple ID or password - Apple Support     I suggest doing this before you change your Apple ID or password.


Apple ID -Two-factor authentication


 Two Factor Authentification availability


 Apple ID - Using app-specific passwords


Apple ID - Two Step Verification App Specific Passwords


Apple ID - Two Step Verifications FAQ

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Dec 16, 2019 12:38 PM in response to helpMeNowpleasep

You might want to consider changing your password and making sure it is a strong one. You can also add 2 Factor Authentication to your account for more security. If the attempts continue, you might want to consider a name change.


Link to contact Apple Support in the article.


Apple ID has been compromised


 Apple ID Password Change


Note the restrictions in the article.


Apple ID Name Change


 What to do after you change your Apple ID or password - Apple Support     I suggest doing this before you change your Apple ID or password.


Apple ID -Two-factor authentication


 Two Factor Authentification availability


 Apple ID - Using app-specific passwords


Apple ID - Two Step Verification App Specific Passwords


Apple ID - Two Step Verifications FAQ

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