I got a message that said my phone had been hacked
I received a message on my phone that said my phone had been hacked and that I needed to take action within 3 minutes and wanted me to download a app for identity
iPhone 8 Plus, iOS 15
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I received a message on my phone that said my phone had been hacked and that I needed to take action within 3 minutes and wanted me to download a app for identity
iPhone 8 Plus, iOS 15
That was a scam message. I hope that you did not do anything and deleted that message. The message was sent to entice you to purchase a useless app.
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Axel F.
That was a scam message. I hope that you did not do anything and deleted that message. The message was sent to entice you to purchase a useless app.
See below for more information on All about scams and phishing -
Beware of ➔ Phishing & Other Suspicious Emails
Know how to Identify legitimate emails from the App Store or iTunes Store
Avoid phishing emails, fake 'virus' alerts, phony support calls, and other scams ➔ Use these tips to avoid scams and learn what to do if you think your Apple ID has been compromised.
Axel F.
I got a message that said my phone had been hacked