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iCloud security code

I open system preferences > iCloud > the box for keychain is checked > click on options > allow approving with security code is checked click on change security code , do not enter the six digit code .

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And click on advanced .

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Check box the second option get a random security code , and click on next , so how to change the security code in Mac OS high Sierra 10.13.6 , any suggestions .

macOS High Sierra (10.13.5)

Posted on Aug 29, 2018 6:33 AM

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Posted on Sep 6, 2018 7:23 AM

How to change iCloud Keychain security code from old one to new one .

( a ) Open system preferences > iCloud > the box for keychain is checked , click on options , click on change security code .

( b ) Click on security code > enter new code in the fields and click on next , you have to enter the new code for the second time and click on next .

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In the next window the country code is written , enter your trusted mobile number …….and click on done .

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Again enter your Apple ID password to update your account settings and click on ok , hence the code is changed .

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Sep 6, 2018 7:23 AM in response to tygb

How to change iCloud Keychain security code from old one to new one .

( a ) Open system preferences > iCloud > the box for keychain is checked , click on options , click on change security code .

( b ) Click on security code > enter new code in the fields and click on next , you have to enter the new code for the second time and click on next .

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In the next window the country code is written , enter your trusted mobile number …….and click on done .

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Again enter your Apple ID password to update your account settings and click on ok , hence the code is changed .

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Aug 29, 2018 4:32 PM in response to leroydouglas

In the third article -

If you can’t access another device that uses your iCloud Keychain:

Follow these steps:

iOS device (iOS 8 or later):

  • Go to Settings > iCloud > Keychain, and toggle on iCloud Keychain. Enter your Apple ID password if promoted
  • Tap Approve with Security Code, then Forgot Code
  • Tap Reset iCloud Keychain, then Reset to confirm. Follow the onscreen steps to create a new code.

Mac (OS X Yosemite or later):

  • Go to Apple menu > System Preferences
  • Select iCloud, then Keychain, and enter your Apple ID info if prompted.
  • Click Use Code, then choose Forgot Code
  • Click Reset Keychain to replace your keychain in iCloud, then Reset iCloud Keychain to confirm. Follow the onscreen steps to create a new code .


What are upcoming on screen steps ( as these are not mentioned ) .

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