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I lost my phone and want to add my phone number to my apple ID rather than just as a trusted number to see messages on my mac, but it needs a verification code. Is there anyway to get the code sent elsewhere?
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iPhone 15 Plus, iOS 18
You may be able to get a verification code from your Mac if it is "trusted" by being listed in your Apple account:
See; "Use the code displayed on your trusted device" in Apple Support's online article (link below)
Get a verification code and sign in with two-factor authentication - Apple Support
You may be able to get a verification code from your Mac if it is "trusted" by being listed in your Apple account:
See; "Use the code displayed on your trusted device" in Apple Support's online article (link below)
Get a verification code and sign in with two-factor authentication - Apple Support
How do I verify phone number for Apple ID without access to original device?
