I’m receiving a text stating I need to delete an old iPhone from my “find my” app. Is this legit

I’m being told to delete an old device from my find my app

Posted on Sep 15, 2023 6:24 PM

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Posted on Sep 15, 2023 6:36 PM

lynnel0728 Said:

"I’m receiving a text stating I need to delete an old iPhone from my 'find my' app. Is this legit: I’m being told to delete an old device from my find my app"

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No. That is no legit. It is a scam.


Report this to Apple: Next time this happens, take screenshots of messages that pop up, and forward them to Apple.  Go Here: Using the Photos App to Report Scams: - User Tip


Verify your Devices:

Go here, and see if an iPhone is even seen as a list of your devices.: Check your Apple ID Device List to See where you're Signed in - Apple Support

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Sep 15, 2023 6:36 PM in response to lynnel0728

lynnel0728 Said:

"I’m receiving a text stating I need to delete an old iPhone from my 'find my' app. Is this legit: I’m being told to delete an old device from my find my app"

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No. That is no legit. It is a scam.


Report this to Apple: Next time this happens, take screenshots of messages that pop up, and forward them to Apple.  Go Here: Using the Photos App to Report Scams: - User Tip


Verify your Devices:

Go here, and see if an iPhone is even seen as a list of your devices.: Check your Apple ID Device List to See where you're Signed in - Apple Support

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