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How do I keep hackers from phone

Keep hackers off phone

iPhone 13, iOS 16

Posted on Jul 17, 2023 4:04 AM

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Posted on Jul 17, 2023 6:12 AM

Keep your iPhone updated. This simple action is necessary to fix random bugs and access exciting new iOS features. Apple takes the security of its users very seriously, meaning many of their updates come with new security patches. Keep installing iOS updates regularly to protect your iPhone and your personal data from hackers.

 

If you're not sure if your iPhone has the latest updates installed, go to Settings > General > Software Update. If there is an update available, follow the prompts to download and install it.

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Jul 17, 2023 6:12 AM in response to Billkhune

Keep your iPhone updated. This simple action is necessary to fix random bugs and access exciting new iOS features. Apple takes the security of its users very seriously, meaning many of their updates come with new security patches. Keep installing iOS updates regularly to protect your iPhone and your personal data from hackers.

 

If you're not sure if your iPhone has the latest updates installed, go to Settings > General > Software Update. If there is an update available, follow the prompts to download and install it.

Jul 17, 2023 4:08 AM in response to Billkhune

To keep your Apple ID account secure, see the following Apple articles: 

If you think your Apple ID has been compromised

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


Recognize and avoid phishing messages, phony support calls, and other scams

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

 

See who has access to your device or accounts

See who has access to your iPhone or iPad – Apple Support (UK)

 

Delete suspicious content from your devices

Delete suspicious content from your devices – Apple Support (UK)


Check your Apple ID device list to see where you're signed in

Check your Apple ID device list to find where you're signed in - Apple Support

  • if you see devices that don't belong to you, delete from your account.

 

Personal Safety User Guide

Personal Safety User Guide – Apple Support (UK)


Manage and use your Apple ID

Manage and use your Apple ID – Apple Support (UK)


(if you haven't already done this) Two-factor authentication for Apple ID -> Two-factor authentication for Apple ID - Apple Support


Change your Apple ID password -> Change your Apple ID password - Apple Support

  • Create a strong password for your Apple ID, It is best if your password consists of eight or more characters and include upper and lowercase letters, and at least one number. You can also add extra characters and punctuation marks to make your password even stronger. 
  • Never provide your password, passcode, security questions, verification codes, recovery key or any other account security details to anyone else. Apple will never ask you for this information.

 

Then see this Apple article: What to do after you change your Apple ID or password

What to do after you change your Apple ID or password - Apple Support


Never jailbroken your iPhone.


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