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Received an email stating "Apple ID Locked" and "if you don't unlock your account before 24 hours, your account will be disabled." ???? why did I get this?

Why did I get this message: "Apple ID locked.. your apple ID has been locked for security reasons. … if you don't unlock your account before 24 hours, your account will be disabled." Why ???

Posted on Feb 24, 2020 8:48 PM

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Posted on Feb 24, 2020 8:50 PM

The email is a Phishing email designed to steal your Apple ID credentials. Avoid phishing emails, fake 'virus' alerts, phony support calls, and other scams - Apple Support provides identification/reporting tips.

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Received an email stating "Apple ID Locked" and "if you don't unlock your account before 24 hours, your account will be disabled." ???? why did I get this?

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