How do I remove viruses detected by the App Store on my iPhone?

The App Store said I have 7 viruses, how do you remove them?



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iPhone XR, iOS 18

Posted on Feb 27, 2025 8:57 AM

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Posted on Feb 27, 2025 8:59 AM

The App Store does not present you with those kinds of messages. That is rather an application that is presenting themselves as the App Store and claiming you have viruses on your iPhone, which is not true. Do not interact with it and close out. That is a scam attempt.


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

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Feb 27, 2025 8:59 AM in response to Pegleg60

The App Store does not present you with those kinds of messages. That is rather an application that is presenting themselves as the App Store and claiming you have viruses on your iPhone, which is not true. Do not interact with it and close out. That is a scam attempt.


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

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