LearnICloud Author

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What if a device is listed twice?

After signing in to ICloud & doing the 2 part authentication, under viewing devices, one is listed twice. Should I remove one or just leave it alone?

Windows, Windows 6

Posted on Sep 19, 2020 12:24 PM

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Sep 20, 2020 3:44 PM in response to LearnICloud

Then attempt to remove one -- Check your Apple ID device list to see where you're signed in - Apple Support.

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LearnICloud Author

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Sep 20, 2020 8:23 PM in response to zinacef

It worked! Thanks!

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Level 10

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Sep 19, 2020 4:59 PM in response to LearnICloud

What browser are you noticing this?

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LearnICloud Author

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Sep 20, 2020 2:05 PM in response to zinacef

I have 2 PC's and use Microsoft Edge but I don't think that's the issue as on each, I sign in to ICloud & when I check my devices, I see one of them listed twice.

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Sep 21, 2020 3:33 PM in response to LearnICloud

You're most welcome!

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