Eannanaki Author

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I got a message in my iPhone saying "Hackers are watching you"

I received this message after looking at a job site. Please help.

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Posted on Sep 8, 2021 5:56 PM

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Sep 8, 2021 5:57 PM in response to Eannanaki

It, and all such messages are scams from criminals. Close the offending page and avoid sites that are involved in such bogus advertising tactics.

Phony "tech support" / "ransomware" popup… - Apple Community

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Sep 8, 2021 6:04 PM in response to Eannanaki

You are welcome.

Stay alert, as you will see many such scam messages.

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Eannanaki Author

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Sep 8, 2021 6:03 PM in response to stedman1

Thank you so much. It has my nerves bad. Lol

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