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Please advise as to why I received a email stating g my Apple account has been locked due to an unknown attempt from a foreign device. I only have the Apple pro phone what other account or device is linked to my account which I did not personally pur

Please advise as to why I received a email stating g my Apple account has been locked due to an unknown attempt from a foreign device. I only have the Apple pro phone what other account or device is linked to my account which I did not personally purchase nor approve!!

iPhone 12 Pro, iOS 14

Posted on Oct 6, 2021 5:42 PM

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Posted on Oct 6, 2021 5:47 PM

It's probably a scam/phishing attempt.

FYI: Apple do not send such e-mail.

If the account is really locked, you will get the notice when you sign in but not by e-mail.

Read here => Recognize and avoid phishing messages, phony support calls, and other scams - Apple Support

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Oct 6, 2021 5:47 PM in response to NurseB531

It's probably a scam/phishing attempt.

FYI: Apple do not send such e-mail.

If the account is really locked, you will get the notice when you sign in but not by e-mail.

Read here => Recognize and avoid phishing messages, phony support calls, and other scams - Apple Support

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