How do i check my iphone for a virus

I went on a website and it randomly said that my device got infected and it had a ok button but i did not press it

iPhone 11 Pro Max, iOS 18

Posted on Feb 28, 2025 3:37 PM

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Posted on Feb 28, 2025 3:46 PM

You don't need to and can't; Apple's built-in defences prevent malware from affecting the unit, and any scanners from checking files other than their own documents.


Unless you manually uploaded a file to the website, that's a scam. If you did, delete that file or scan it from a computer.


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Feb 28, 2025 3:55 PM in response to Ericaaaa128

Good choice on not pressing it, it is a scam attempt. They are trying to sell you some useless software you do not need. Your iPhone is not susceptible to viruses. If you get another one of those scam attempts, which you inevitably will, do not interact with it and close out of it.


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

Feb 28, 2025 4:00 PM in response to Ericaaaa128

Ericaaaa128 wrote:

I went on a website and it randomly said that my device got infected and it had a ok button but i did not press it


That would be an advertisement.


An advertisement that lied to you.


Also known as a scam.


The ad is probably offering a sketchy VPN product given recent reports, a product which (ironically) doesn’t even address the issue the that the advertisement (falsely) claimed to have detected.


Some of the many scams:


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


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