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How to know if my iPhone has been compromised?

What do you when you think your phone’s been hacked…? That is, when you encounter highly suspect/suspicious scenarios, how do we verify or properly investigate this/such matter/s ??


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Posted on Jun 10, 2023 5:49 AM

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Posted on Jun 10, 2023 5:58 AM

Much more likely than an an iPhone being "hacked" is your account being compromised.


Read this document if you think your Apple ID has been compromised. --> If you think your Apple ID has been compromised - Apple Support


For iOS 15 or earlier, if you want to see if anyone else has access to your device or accounts, click here --> See who has access to your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support


For iOS 16 or later see how Safety Check on iPhone works to keep you safe. How Safety Check on iPhone works to keep you safe - Apple Support


Related materials:

Personal Safety User Guide

Personal Safety User Guide - Apple Support

> open the Table of Contents and review the articles


A document with general information about security and your Apple ID --> Security and your Apple ID - Apple Support


Contact Apple for help with Apple ID account security by clicking on this link --> Contact Apple for help with Apple ID account security - Apple Support "This article provides country-specific Apple Support contact information for customers seeking help with their Apple ID password or other security-related issues."



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Jun 10, 2023 5:58 AM in response to MysticalLionofZion

Much more likely than an an iPhone being "hacked" is your account being compromised.


Read this document if you think your Apple ID has been compromised. --> If you think your Apple ID has been compromised - Apple Support


For iOS 15 or earlier, if you want to see if anyone else has access to your device or accounts, click here --> See who has access to your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support


For iOS 16 or later see how Safety Check on iPhone works to keep you safe. How Safety Check on iPhone works to keep you safe - Apple Support


Related materials:

Personal Safety User Guide

Personal Safety User Guide - Apple Support

> open the Table of Contents and review the articles


A document with general information about security and your Apple ID --> Security and your Apple ID - Apple Support


Contact Apple for help with Apple ID account security by clicking on this link --> Contact Apple for help with Apple ID account security - Apple Support "This article provides country-specific Apple Support contact information for customers seeking help with their Apple ID password or other security-related issues."



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