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apple id keeps getting locked

My apple id keeps getting locked--i reset and the next day it is back to being locked.

MacBook Pro with Retina display, OS X Yosemite (10.10.5)

Posted on Oct 28, 2018 2:42 AM

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Posted on Oct 28, 2018 6:37 AM

Someone may be trying to access your account and enters the incorrect password too many time.


You can also add 2 Factor Authentication to your account for more security. If the attempts continue, you might want to consider a name change.


Apple ID Name Change



What to do after you change your Apple ID or password - Apple Support I suggest doing this before you change your Apple ID or password.

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Oct 28, 2018 6:37 AM in response to teckie15

Someone may be trying to access your account and enters the incorrect password too many time.


You can also add 2 Factor Authentication to your account for more security. If the attempts continue, you might want to consider a name change.


Apple ID Name Change



What to do after you change your Apple ID or password - Apple Support I suggest doing this before you change your Apple ID or password.

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