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I received a text message That said a package was returned to USPS and that I needed to click the link immediately to get it resent. I did click on the link, it was early and I wasn’t thinking. I changed my password and passcode immediately. What more should I do?

iPhone 12 Pro Max, iOS 14

Posted on Mar 27, 2021 6:54 AM

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That should be enough. You can also add 2 Factor Authentication to your account for more security. If the attempts continue, you might want to consider a name change.


Note the restrictions in the article.


Apple ID Name 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.


Apple ID -Two-factor authentication          


Two Factor Authentification availability.    


2 Factor Authentication - How to generate a recovery key


Apple ID - Using app-specific passwords.     


Apple ID - Two Step Verifications FAQ    

Posted on Mar 27, 2021 7:29 AM

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Mar 27, 2021 7:29 AM in response to Smckitty

That should be enough. You can also add 2 Factor Authentication to your account for more security. If the attempts continue, you might want to consider a name change.


Note the restrictions in the article.


Apple ID Name 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.


Apple ID -Two-factor authentication          


Two Factor Authentification availability.    


2 Factor Authentication - How to generate a recovery key


Apple ID - Using app-specific passwords.     


Apple ID - Two Step Verifications FAQ    

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