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Account recovery contact

Can I choose an account recovery contact that does not have an Apple device? For example if my contact has a samsung mobile phone can I still choose that person as a my account recovery contact?

Posted on Jun 24, 2022 5:07 PM

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Posted on Jun 24, 2022 5:32 PM

According two the article below, you need an Apple device/computer to become a Recovery contact. From the article below.


Requirements to be a recovery contact


  • Your device must be running iOS 15, iPadOS 15, or macOS Monterey or later.
  • You must be over the age of 13.
  • You need two-factor authentication turned on for your Apple ID.
  • You need a passcode set up on your device.


Help a friend or family member as their account recovery contact - Apple Support



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Jun 24, 2022 5:32 PM in response to thomasblaser86

According two the article below, you need an Apple device/computer to become a Recovery contact. From the article below.


Requirements to be a recovery contact


  • Your device must be running iOS 15, iPadOS 15, or macOS Monterey or later.
  • You must be over the age of 13.
  • You need two-factor authentication turned on for your Apple ID.
  • You need a passcode set up on your device.


Help a friend or family member as their account recovery contact - Apple Support



Account recovery contact

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