Fix iCloud Passwords approval on Windows 11 by setting default location

Fixed: Cannot Approve Windows Device for iCloud Passwords on Windows 11

If you're having trouble approving your Windows PC in iCloud for Windows, especially when you receive the “Apple Account server verification failed” error, I may have found a simple solution that worked for me.

I spent a lot of time troubleshooting this issue, contacting Apple Support multiple times, searching online communities, and trying different solutions. Eventually, I discovered that setting a default location in Windows 11 fixed the problem for me.

How to Fix the Issue

Follow these simple steps:

Step 1: Open Windows Settings

Press Windows + I on your keyboard to open Settings.

Step 2: Go to Location Settings

Navigate to:

Settings → Privacy & security → Location

Step 3: Set Your Default Location

Scroll down until you find the Default location section.

Click Set default.

Windows will open a map where you can select your home location. Choose your location and confirm it.

Step 4: Try Approving iCloud Again

Once you've set your default location, open iCloud for Windows again and try approving your device for iCloud Passwords.

Sign in with your Apple Account and complete the verification process.

Did This Fix Work for You?

This solution worked on my Windows 11 PC, and the process was surprisingly simple. If you're experiencing the same problem, give it a try before spending hours on more complicated troubleshooting.

Note: This is a community-discovered workaround, not an officially confirmed fix from Apple. Results may vary depending on your system and configuration.

If this solution works for you, please share your experience in the comments to help other users facing the same issue.

System: Windows 11

Issue: Unable to approve Windows device for iCloud Passwords

Solution: Set a default location in Windows 11