Apple ID password
Why have I gotten a text from apple telling me to reset my Apple ID password when I havnt requested it?
iPhone XR, iOS 15
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Why have I gotten a text from apple telling me to reset my Apple ID password when I havnt requested it?
iPhone XR, iOS 15
The scammer now knows it was delivered to some valid email or text address, so they will spam away unfortunately.
If they are iMessages report them to the abuse contact -> Block, filter, and report messages on iPhone - Apple Support
If they are SMS report them to your carrier (e.g. with AT&T I forward spam SMS to 7726 (SPAM)). Most carriers have a report spam short code. The carrier may be able to block it based on routing information or other data you don’t have access to.
Scam! Do not give them any information. Delete the text and move on....
Recognize and avoid phishing messages, phony support calls, and other scams - Apple Support
Because it is not from Apple - it’s a scam. Delete and ignore it. Apple would only ever contact you about a support issue if you first contacted them and asked for something from them.
Thank you! I ignored the first text then got a ‘reminder’ text to reset it which I thought was weird.
Apple ID password