Suspicious lock warning on my iPhone 12

Threat says that my phone will be locked down if I don’t respond

what should I do



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Original Title: online threat on my iPhone 12


iPhone 12, iOS 18

Posted on Sep 13, 2025 7:31 PM

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Posted on Sep 13, 2025 7:35 PM

You should recognize someone is trying to Scam you. No one can lock down your phone remotely. But they can try to scare you into buying software or tools for an issue you don't have.


Don't respond to them or interact with them in any way. Block them, then delete the message.


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


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Sep 13, 2025 7:35 PM in response to 151Be11

You should recognize someone is trying to Scam you. No one can lock down your phone remotely. But they can try to scare you into buying software or tools for an issue you don't have.


Don't respond to them or interact with them in any way. Block them, then delete the message.


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


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