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I have an announcement that apple locked my iPad put a Security Lock on it can I reset it or will my IP address still be comprehensive

I have a recorded message saying Apple Security has locked my iPad

iPad Air 3, iPadOS 15

Posted on Feb 8, 2023 6:51 AM

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Posted on Feb 8, 2023 7:02 AM

Scam.


See >>> Recognize and avoid phishing messages, phony support calls, and other scams - Apple Support


Don’t respond to, or engage with, the message. Certainly do not, under any circumstances, attempt to contact anyone using the contact details that may have been provided.


Most alerts of this nature are designed to scare the unwary into giving away sensitive information - or to fool you into doing something that you shouldn’t.


If you are still able to access your iPad - and your AppleID can still be used to access your iCloud account - you should have no immediate concern.


If you suspect that your AppleID has been compromised, follow the advice outlined here:

If you think your Apple ID has been compromised - Apple Support

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Feb 8, 2023 7:02 AM in response to deann134

Scam.


See >>> Recognize and avoid phishing messages, phony support calls, and other scams - Apple Support


Don’t respond to, or engage with, the message. Certainly do not, under any circumstances, attempt to contact anyone using the contact details that may have been provided.


Most alerts of this nature are designed to scare the unwary into giving away sensitive information - or to fool you into doing something that you shouldn’t.


If you are still able to access your iPad - and your AppleID can still be used to access your iCloud account - you should have no immediate concern.


If you suspect that your AppleID has been compromised, follow the advice outlined here:

If you think your Apple ID has been compromised - Apple Support

I have an announcement that apple locked my iPad put a Security Lock on it can I reset it or will my IP address still be comprehensive

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