I am getting a message on my phone “Your Apple ID and phone are now being used for iMessage on a new Mac.” I haven’t gotten a new Mac or tried to enter this information. How can I check that someone isn’t trying to use my account? Thanks!

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I am getting a message on my phone “Your Apple ID and phone are now being used for iMessage on a new Mac.” I haven’t gotten a new Mac or tried to enter this information. How can I check that someone isn’t trying to use my account? Thanks!

iMac 21.5″, macOS 10.13

Posted on Aug 31, 2020 10:04 AM

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Eric Root

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Aug 31, 2020 10:24 AM in response to StoutBoy2015-

Check your device list to see if there is a device signed in that you don't recognize. You can remove the device using the steps in the article below. As a precaution, change your password.

Apple ID device list -Check to see where you‘re signed in.

Apple ID Password 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.

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I am getting a message on my phone “Your Apple ID and phone are now being used for iMessage on a new Mac.” I haven’t gotten a new Mac or tried to enter this information. How can I check that someone isn’t trying to use my account? Thanks!

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