For iCloud Keychain how do I change the phone number needed to verify the code being text to me? The number it was sent to is an old phone number of mine that I don't have access to.

For iCloud Keychain how do I change the phone number needed to verify the code being text to me? The number it was sent to is an old phone number of mine that I don't have access to.

iPhone 6s, iOS 9.3.2

Posted on Jun 2, 2016 11:11 PM

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Jun 3, 2016 1:15 AM in response to Blakemw14

Try this from another thread I seen.


On iOS go to Settings > iCloud > Keychain and tap to button to disable iCloud Keychain. (you will be asked to delete or keep passwords on device) i chose delete....


Then enable it again and in pop-up chose Reset iCloud Keychain, on confirmation pop-up chose Reset


In new pop-up Use iPhone Passcode as iCloud Security Code? chose Use Passcode


Enter your passcode (4 digit) and then chose country and your new phone number


Although, to "Reset iCloud Keychain," I assumed meant to clear the data and essentially set up a new, blank Keychain. Not so. Strangely, after essentially bypassing the security regimen, setting a new passcode and verification number, I see my cards, passwords and other data have been restored. Maybe it's all about the iCloud account and that master password. Or maybe it's a bug. With Apple, we'll never know.

Also have a look here: Get help using iCloud Keychain - Apple Support

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