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Ever since I purchased this new Mac desktop I get a message that says "Update Apple ID Settings" with an option to View EVERY TIME I wake up the computer. When I touch View the message box just goes away.
iMac 21.5", macOS 10.13
Open System Preferences and click on the Apple ID icon at the top right. You will need your Apple ID and password to complete the setup. If you are not running Catalina, the click on the iCloud icon in the mid-part of the window.
Open System Preferences and click on the Apple ID icon at the top right. You will need your Apple ID and password to complete the setup. If you are not running Catalina, the click on the iCloud icon in the mid-part of the window.
From where are you getting these messages? Which version of macOS is installed? You said the computer was new, but your profile shows that you are using 10.13. Usually, the alert means you need to verify your Apple ID. When you open Apple ID of iCloud preferences you will be asked to enter the password for your Apple ID.
This document explains what is happening and claims a solution Getting a message to Update Apple ID Settings on iPhone, iPad, or Mac? https://appletoolbox.com/update-apple-id-settings-on-iphone-ipad-or-mac-after-changing-your-password/
I was already all signed in since I bought the computer, so the only option I see here is to "Sign out..."
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