How to remove unknown number associated to my Apple ID

There is a phone number attached to my Apple ID that is not mine. It is associated with a business account with my carrier but I have never had a business. This phone number shows up as the only available number along with my two e-mail addresses in my iMessage settings on my phone, however when I log into my Apple ID on my MacBook it doesn't show up at all, but the phone number that should be associated with my account is there.


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iPhone 15 Pro, iOS 17

Posted on Aug 14, 2024 12:10 AM

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Aug 15, 2024 12:17 AM in response to snowingonshane

Re: "How to remove unknown number associated to my Apple ID"

"when I log into my Apple ID on my MacBook it doesn't show up at all,

but the phone number that should be associated with my account is there".


You can log-in to your Apple Account online at https://appleid.apple.com/

and

If needed: Get a verification code and sign in with two-factor authentication - Apple Support


You can edit your details if the wrong phone number is listed there.

In the security section : add the new phone number first, to allow deleting of the old one.

Allow 24 hours for the change to update wherever the number is used for Apple

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Else, If the phone number there was correct too:

You may need to check the phone number listed on your own contacts card in the "Contacts" app:

If needed: How to: Edit contacts on iPhone - Apple Support

or

Wondering if all you need to do is to just change the incorrect phone number in the Messages app

Add or remove your phone number in Messages or FaceTime - Apple Support

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