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How can I tell if the email I got from Apple about my Apple ID is legit?

How can I tell if the email I got from Apple about my Apple ID is legit?





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Posted on Aug 4, 2022 5:02 PM

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Posted on Aug 4, 2022 5:03 PM

It is a phishing attempt. Do not respond. Do not divulge any personal or financial information. You can use the address below to forward the suspect email message, as an attachment to Apple.


reportphishing@apple.com


If you provided your Apple ID and password at the bogus site, change your password immediately.

  Change your Apple ID password - Apple Support


The links below have information to help identify fraudulent emails.


Identifying legitimate emails from the iTunes Store

 

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


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Aug 4, 2022 5:03 PM in response to Fattomi6

It is a phishing attempt. Do not respond. Do not divulge any personal or financial information. You can use the address below to forward the suspect email message, as an attachment to Apple.


reportphishing@apple.com


If you provided your Apple ID and password at the bogus site, change your password immediately.

  Change your Apple ID password - Apple Support


The links below have information to help identify fraudulent emails.


Identifying legitimate emails from the iTunes Store

 

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


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