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Why is my settings getting changed , apps deleted, pictures moved and back up changing

Why is my settings keep changing, and things being deleted. My iCloud backup settings are even changing

Posted on Jun 25, 2023 5:34 PM

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Posted on Jun 25, 2023 6:52 PM

Mattwill9394 Said:

"screen time, sharing and other settings related to shared data and information is what’s being changed. My ex somehow broke into my phone. How do I clean the phone so she can’t access it ???"

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Seeking YOUR Device:

A.To whom does Account this Pertain?:

Going into Settings, whose name is on to top? If it is your Ex's account, then they are now logged in, and must log themselves out of it. If it is YOUR account, then you need to reset this to Factory settings, and secure your info, as I instated in my previous reply.


B. Resetting to Factory Settings:

If you are so concerned, then reset you iPhone to factory settings, as if you were to sell it. Go here: What to do Before you Sell, Give Away, or Trade in your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support. Perform as instructed there, including the backup creation and iCloud logout.

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Jun 25, 2023 6:52 PM in response to Mattwill9394

Mattwill9394 Said:

"screen time, sharing and other settings related to shared data and information is what’s being changed. My ex somehow broke into my phone. How do I clean the phone so she can’t access it ???"

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Seeking YOUR Device:

A.To whom does Account this Pertain?:

Going into Settings, whose name is on to top? If it is your Ex's account, then they are now logged in, and must log themselves out of it. If it is YOUR account, then you need to reset this to Factory settings, and secure your info, as I instated in my previous reply.


B. Resetting to Factory Settings:

If you are so concerned, then reset you iPhone to factory settings, as if you were to sell it. Go here: What to do Before you Sell, Give Away, or Trade in your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support. Perform as instructed there, including the backup creation and iCloud logout.

Jun 25, 2023 5:45 PM in response to Mattwill9394

"Why is my settings getting changed , apps deleted, pictures moved and back up changing"

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Secure your Account:

Not sure. Is this YOUR iPhone? Or is it a company-owned device? Or is Screen Time set up? If neither, then secure your account.


What and How to Secure:

If concerned for device access, then (A)verify your devices, and (B)modify your credentials. Open a new eMail address and use that for your Apple ID.


1. Verify your Devices:

Verify that all devices are logged in to your account, by using this link: Check your Apple ID Device List to See where you're Signed in - Apple Support

then...

2. Modify your Credentials:

Having been stollen, someone lily has your credentials. So, by all means, modifying them.


C. Report Items to Apple:

So, report phone calls' and messages' info to Apple and Authorities. Use my User: Using the Photos App to Report Scams - User Tip

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