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How to change trusted phone number on my new iPhone

Background information, when I lived in Alaska--June of 2024, I bought a mini max (because the job used them). Moved, out of Alaska, and 'unhappy' family who gave me iPhone (my trusted Phone number too) took it back, and now I am in Saipan (yes still in the United States) got new iPhone and need, need to change number of trusted phone number to this (my) new iPhone. I can't be the only 'idiot' who has changed phone and phone numbers--once my trusted phone number--but no longer. My question: how to change my old trusted device phone number which received code verification to function on my mac pro, mini mac, and iPhone to be RECEIVED ON MY NEW IPHONE--bought two months ago and, I am guessing, the latest edition.


Can anyone help this "poor" sailor to swim in the sea of apple technology?


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Posted on Oct 13, 2024 6:04 PM

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Oct 13, 2024 7:31 PM in response to Flylip

The below is based on the section "About trusted phone numbers and trusted devices" in the article Two-factor authentication for Apple Account - Apple Support


To see, add, or change your trusted phone numbers use one of these methods:

● On your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch: Go to Settings > your name > Sign-In & Security. Tap Two-Factor Authentication, tap Edit (above the list of trusted phone numbers), then enter your device passcode when prompted. Add or remove the number, then tap Done.

● On a Mac computer choose Apple menu  > System Settings (or System Preferences), then click your name (or Apple ID). Click Sign-In & Security, then add or remove a trusted phone number.

● Using a web browser:

1) Go to https://appleid.apple.com and sign in.

2) Follow Account Security options until you find one letting you change trusted numbers,

3) Click "+" to add a new number (you may be required to verify this number).

4) If you wish to remove an old number, click "-" next to the number.


Similar information for the iPhone can be found here --> Use two-factor authentication for your Apple Account on iPhone - Apple Support


If you had set up an Account Recovery Contact ( Set up an account recovery contact - Apple Support ) you can also get a code that way.


In a situation where a non-functioning device with cellular service was the only trusted number, transfer the cellular service to another device so you can receive a verification code on the other device instead.


If you can’t sign in, get access a trusted device, reset your password, or receive verification codes, you can request account recovery to regain access to your account. This article explains how to recover your Apple ID after a waiting period - How to use account recovery when you can’t reset your Apple Account password - Apple Support One tip to using account recovery it to look for options in small blue letters beneath the normal log-in items if you cannot complete the requested information. The post by shoeluvr13 at this link provides additional detail about the account recovery process: Activation Lockout Issues - Apple Community


You should consider making sure you have multiple trusted devices and telephone numbers (ask a friend or a relative).


You may also wish to read the articles 'Two-factor authentication for Apple ID' ( Two-factor authentication for Apple Account - Apple Support ) and 'Get a verification code and sign in with two-factor authentication' ( Get a verification code and sign in with two-factor authentication - Apple Support ). Various sections contain information that is useful in understanding about the trusted devices (an iPhone, iPad, or Mac that Apple knows is yours) system, and how to get a verification code on a trusted device or at a telephone number.



Oct 13, 2024 6:28 PM in response to Flylip

"[...]now I am in Saipan (yes still in the United States) got new iPhone and need, need to change number of trusted phone number to this (my) new iPhone. [...]ow to change my old trusted device phone number which received code verification to function on my mac pro, mini mac, and iPhone to be RECEIVED ON MY NEW IPHONE--bought two months ago and, I am guessing, the latest edition."

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Changing your Trusted Phone Number:

Contact Apple back, having them modify the phone number to what it should be. Perform a trial-and-error log in session to verify that all has been successfully modified.

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How to change trusted phone number on my new iPhone

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