Does this process of verification enable the recovery key on a new I phone or device.?Why would i need to verify it as opposed to using when i forget my password? What happens if I don't verify my recovery code?
Apple doesn't really explain why my new device needs verification.
iPhone 14 Pro Max, iOS 17
euan243, If you have updated your IOS to the latest version and you have two factor authentication turned on and your are getting this Verify Key request then I would contact Apple Support to sort this issue out. If you don't verify or run this buy Apple your recovery key may not work if and when you need it and at that point you may be locked out of your device and AppleID without a recourse.
Contact - Official Apple Support
Hello euan243, The recovery key is a security feature that helps identify YOU in the event you should forget your passcode. You can also use a recovery contact. This is good if something should happen to you and would allow a family member access to your device and AppleID account to recover your information.
Set up a recovery key for your Apple ID - Apple Support
What does verifying your recovery key do? My I phone asks me to verify my recovery key.
