How do I remove a suspected screen overlay on my iPhone 16 Pro Max?

I believe someone has a screen overlay on my iPhone 16 pro max and I need to know how to get rid of it


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Original Title: How can i tell if there is a screen overlay on my account and how do I get rid of it


iPhone 16 Pro Max, iOS 18

Posted on Jun 13, 2025 6:54 AM

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Posted on Jun 13, 2025 7:16 AM

Charxx25 wrote:

It’s where a hacker can see what I am doing from my phone on another device. Like a Mac or like on a TV. So when I am typing things on my phone they can see what I am typing

Unless you have given your phone to someone who knows your account details, your phone hasn't been hacked. It's not only EXTREMELY difficult to hack an iPhone it's VERY VERY VERY EXPENSIVE to hack an iPhone. Are you someone who is VERY important on the world stage, like an elected official, president or CEO of a major corporation.


It's possible your accounts have been compromised, but your phone hasn't been hacked. Something else is going on if the screen is discolored. For that schedule an appointment at your Apple Store Genius Bar and show it to Apple.


For possible accounts being compromised, see this --> If you think your Apple Account has been compromised - Apple Support


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Jun 13, 2025 7:16 AM in response to Charxx25

Charxx25 wrote:

It’s where a hacker can see what I am doing from my phone on another device. Like a Mac or like on a TV. So when I am typing things on my phone they can see what I am typing

Unless you have given your phone to someone who knows your account details, your phone hasn't been hacked. It's not only EXTREMELY difficult to hack an iPhone it's VERY VERY VERY EXPENSIVE to hack an iPhone. Are you someone who is VERY important on the world stage, like an elected official, president or CEO of a major corporation.


It's possible your accounts have been compromised, but your phone hasn't been hacked. Something else is going on if the screen is discolored. For that schedule an appointment at your Apple Store Genius Bar and show it to Apple.


For possible accounts being compromised, see this --> If you think your Apple Account has been compromised - Apple Support


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