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Virus protection for iPhone

I have had an iPhone for about six years and I have never had to run any kind of a virus scan or anything like that. Am I supposed to be? How would I know if I have anything on my phone that shouldn’t be there? As in malware or virus?

iPhone 6s, iOS 13

Posted on Jan 9, 2021 7:42 PM

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Posted on Jan 9, 2021 8:28 PM

you are correct, was likely phishing and trying to scam you somehow.

you had good instincts to come here and check first!


Recognize and avoid phishing messages, phony support calls, and other scams - Apple Support

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Virus protection for iPhone

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