Receiving pop-ups that my iPhone has been compromised

I’m getting red screens on my phone saying my phone has been hacked . Click this button to fix.


Just a few minutes Ago I got a screen that looks like it came from Facebook and it’s saying they’re looking me out because I’m not following the rules.my phone has a virus and needs cleand



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iPhone 11 Pro Max, iOS 18

Posted on Feb 2, 2025 5:46 PM

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Posted on Feb 2, 2025 5:50 PM

Your iPhone is not hacked. There are no known viruses that can affect your iPhone. That is a scam attempt. Do not interact with it.


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

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Feb 2, 2025 6:06 PM in response to M03-11s

Hello~ Don’t let this bother you. These are basically criminals trying to panic you into spending money or providing your personal information so they can scam you further. I applaud you for coming here and asking. I wish more people would do the same before getting themselves into trouble. Now click on this Apple article and read it through…


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


Good work on your part and I encourage you to let your friends and family know about this as well and then learn as much about it as you can. Start helping out here in the forums. We need all the help we can making sure these types of situations happen less often. Again, good work on your part….very smart.


~Katana-San~

Feb 2, 2025 5:58 PM in response to M03-11s

That’s a classic scam.

⛔️ Block the scammer immediately! ⚠️


Anyone can write an HTML webpage, change its colors and code a script to do anything they want.


A website does not have the ability to access your files, scan for viruses and alert you to something misleading in an effort to confuse you into making an impulsive, reckless and regretful decision based on fear.


If you receive a suspicious email or SMS text message that looks like it's supposed to be from Apple, please email it to reportphishing@apple.com. 


Learn how to ⇢ Recognize and avoid phishing messages, phony support calls, and other scams.


Good luck! 👋🏼😉

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