Messages stating Apple ID has been locked

Has anyone received this text?

iPhone 13 Pro Max, iOS 16

Posted on Jan 18, 2023 6:07 AM

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Niel

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Posted on Jan 18, 2023 6:11 AM

Many people have received similar ones; they're fake.

If an Apple ID actually gets locked or disabled, its owner will be told when they try logging into it instead of through email or text.

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Jan 18, 2023 6:11 AM in response to JRich60

Many people have received similar ones; they're fake.

If an Apple ID actually gets locked or disabled, its owner will be told when they try logging into it instead of through email or text.

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