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I got a message that I have 12 viruses on my iphone that I had to install an application is how I can know if it is true

How can I know if it is true that I have 12 viruses on my iPhone?

Posted on May 13, 2021 7:35 PM

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Posted on May 13, 2021 7:37 PM

All such messages are scams from criminals. Do not interact with the message or the sender. Never download anything based on a popup message.

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

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All such messages are scams from criminals. Do not interact with the message or the sender. Never download anything based on a popup message.

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

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May 13, 2021 7:37 PM in response to V1r1d1ana04

You do not have any viruses on your iPhone. Those are scam notifications attempting to get your to pay for a useless application. Just shut down the web browser and that is all you need to do.

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I got a message that I have 12 viruses on my iphone that I had to install an application is how I can know if it is true

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