ex keeps asking for my apple id

i have a vague question requiring specific answers , my ex keeps asking for my apple id password , ( yes I've changed it ) my question is that they have gone into the kids iPads , which has my apple id , live.com password and log in ( xbox i think ) , turned everything on , and has tried to guess my apple id password ( i got the notice ( they claimed it was probably the xbox ( while the kids were at school ))

my question(s)

  • how much damage can they do without knowing my apple id password
  • can they get access to my phone
  • can they install any nefarious software on my phone or icloud without me knowing
  • how worried should i be
  • how do i protect myself

thank you !!


Posted on Mar 3, 2022 7:12 PM

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Mar 3, 2022 7:21 PM in response to sepperationhelp

Little to none.


They can't access your iPhone without knowing the password.


They can't install any software without the password.


I don't think you need to be worried.


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.


Link to contact Apple Support in the article.


Apple ID has been compromised.      *


Security and your Apple ID.   *


Device and Data Access when Personal Safety is At Risk    -


Checklist: If you want to see if anyone else has access to your device or accounts  *


 Apple ID Password Change.  -


Note the restrictions in the article.


Apple ID Name Change.  * 


Make sure you turn of Find My Phone before signing out of the old ID. Once signed out and Find My Phone is off, then sign in with the new ID, then turn Find My Phone back on.


 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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