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Does Apple lock your devices and tell you that Spyware has been installed on your device and you have to call a number to unlock it and this company then charges $249 to clear it off?

Does Apple lock your devices and tell you that Spyware has been installed on your device and you have to call a number to unlock it and this company then charges $249 to clear it off?

iPhone 11

Posted on Apr 12, 2021 7:46 AM

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Posted on Apr 12, 2021 7:51 AM

No, all such messages are scams from criminals. Do not interact with the message or the sender.


Recognize and avoid phishing messages, phony support calls, and other scams - Apple Support

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Does Apple lock your devices and tell you that Spyware has been installed on your device and you have to call a number to unlock it and this company then charges $249 to clear it off?

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