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when signing in to my apple id, i got message saying that my id is being used to sign in to a device in an area not very close to my actual location. what's up with that?

MacBook Air 13″, macOS 10.14

Posted on Jul 12, 2023 3:09 PM

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Posted on Jul 14, 2023 7:32 AM

Hi eweepeewee,


As previously mentioned location can be approximate depending on your current settings, internet service provider, and and VPNs you may be using. "Your approximate location is determined using information from local Wi-Fi networks." Find this information and check your settings with the help of this guide page: Manage which apps can detect your Mac location


If you have concerns, you can also use the steps below from the article here to help check what devices are associated with your Apple ID:


"Use your Mac to find where you're signed in

  1. Choose Apple menu  > System Settings. In macOS Monterey or earlier, choose Apple menu  > System Preferences.
  2. Click your name. In macOS Montery or earlier, click Apple ID.
  3. On Mac, find devices that you're signed in to with your Apple ID in System Settings
  4. Click any device name to view that device's information, such as the device model, serial number, and OS version. The information might vary depending on the device type. You might need to answer your security questions to view device details. "


If you ever think your Apple ID has been compromised, these steps will assist: If you think your Apple ID has been compromised


If you need further assistance, reach out to Apple directly to continue. Get connected using the link here: Get Support



Cheers.


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Jul 14, 2023 7:32 AM in response to eweepeewee

Hi eweepeewee,


As previously mentioned location can be approximate depending on your current settings, internet service provider, and and VPNs you may be using. "Your approximate location is determined using information from local Wi-Fi networks." Find this information and check your settings with the help of this guide page: Manage which apps can detect your Mac location


If you have concerns, you can also use the steps below from the article here to help check what devices are associated with your Apple ID:


"Use your Mac to find where you're signed in

  1. Choose Apple menu  > System Settings. In macOS Monterey or earlier, choose Apple menu  > System Preferences.
  2. Click your name. In macOS Montery or earlier, click Apple ID.
  3. On Mac, find devices that you're signed in to with your Apple ID in System Settings
  4. Click any device name to view that device's information, such as the device model, serial number, and OS version. The information might vary depending on the device type. You might need to answer your security questions to view device details. "


If you ever think your Apple ID has been compromised, these steps will assist: If you think your Apple ID has been compromised


If you need further assistance, reach out to Apple directly to continue. Get connected using the link here: Get Support



Cheers.


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