Apple id recovery code

28 authentication code was sent to me on iMessage & pic was sent to me but I have icloud.com back up anddd I can’t find it anywhere & my partners phone was stolen - she said she also wrote it in her notes & it might be on Google pics but they are deleting pics she had an iPhone 11 Pro Max & her old iPhone 8 + is signed in on the icloud.com she lost the recovery passcode for - but it keeps prompting for her password over & over & over again but it’s synced to pics but won’t upload any - what can I do ?!?!

Posted on Jun 21, 2023 12:46 AM

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Jun 22, 2023 9:41 AM in response to KJinLV

Hi KJinLV,


Thanks for posting. We'd like to make sure we're on the same page so we can offer assistance. To clarify, are you saying you're having issues signing in to an Apple ID because the recovery key was lost?


If so, the options would depend on your exact setup and whether she set up any trusted devices, but if she has access to a trusted device, she might be able to use the steps below to generate a new recovery key: How to generate a recovery key - Apple Support


"Generate a recovery key

You can generate a new recovery key from Settings or System Preferences on a trusted device signed in with your Apple ID.

On your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch

  1. Go to Settings > [your name] > Password & Security. You might need to enter your Apple ID password.
  2. Tap Recovery Key.
  3. Slide to turn on Recovery Key.
  4. Tap Use Recovery Key and enter your device passcode.
  5. Write down your recovery key and keep it in a safe place.
  6. Confirm your recovery key by entering it on the next screen.


On your Mac

  1. Go to System Preferences > Apple ID > Account Details. You might need to enter your Apple ID password.
  2. Click Security.
  3. In the Recovery Key section, click Turn On.
  4. Click Use Recovery Key.
  5. Write down your recovery key and keep it in a safe place.
  6. Click Continue.
  7. Confirm your recovery key by entering it on the next screen."


If you need further assistance with this Apple ID, we recommend reaching out to us directly with this link: Get Support


Take care.


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