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unwanted text/phone info from family account

I keep getting my wife's text and phone messages on my MacBook. How do I stop them?


MacBook Air 13″, macOS 13.1

Posted on Dec 16, 2022 9:58 AM

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Posted on Dec 16, 2022 10:07 AM

Are you sharing an Apple ID? If yes, then create a separate one for her: How to create a new Apple ID - Apple Support


It seems that somehow the Apple ID she is using is registered on your computer. These documents discuss Continuity features that can result in you getting messages.

Make and receive phone calls on Mac or iPad - Apple Support

Forward SMS/MMS text messages from your iPhone to your Mac or iPad - Apple Support


If you are sharing a computer account, it is best if she not only has her own Apple ID but also her own computer user account.


Add a user or group on Mac - Apple Support



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Dec 16, 2022 10:07 AM in response to myleymay

Are you sharing an Apple ID? If yes, then create a separate one for her: How to create a new Apple ID - Apple Support


It seems that somehow the Apple ID she is using is registered on your computer. These documents discuss Continuity features that can result in you getting messages.

Make and receive phone calls on Mac or iPad - Apple Support

Forward SMS/MMS text messages from your iPhone to your Mac or iPad - Apple Support


If you are sharing a computer account, it is best if she not only has her own Apple ID but also her own computer user account.


Add a user or group on Mac - Apple Support



unwanted text/phone info from family account

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