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How do I know if my Apple ID is compromised?

My iphone got stolen and I received a message from apple that the phone has been traced.The message came froman Apple account,t as this is where they have sent the identification codes. However , when I opened the link to find the location, it asked for myApple ID and password; it then asked me for the phone passcode. After this point, it showed me the location of the phone. I came out of the link and when I tried to acces again, an error message came stating that the website is down and engineers have been informed. I am really worried now that it may have been scammer . Please could any help.

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Posted on Aug 3, 2024 3:11 PM

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Posted on Aug 3, 2024 3:17 PM

Apple doesn’t send those messages.

That’s a scam trying to get your Apple ID credentials.

If you entered your Apple ID credentials into the site, you got phished.

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

Recognize and avoid social engineering schemes including phishing messages, phony support calls, and other scams - Apple Support

I wouldn't expect to see this iPhone back.

If you don’t get your Apple ID re-locked quickly, that Apple ID and its data may be gone, too.

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Aug 3, 2024 3:17 PM in response to LostIiphone

Apple doesn’t send those messages.

That’s a scam trying to get your Apple ID credentials.

If you entered your Apple ID credentials into the site, you got phished.

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

Recognize and avoid social engineering schemes including phishing messages, phony support calls, and other scams - Apple Support

I wouldn't expect to see this iPhone back.

If you don’t get your Apple ID re-locked quickly, that Apple ID and its data may be gone, too.

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