A few weeks ago, I received a random text, seemingly from Apple, that said my Apple ID had been compromised and there were new charges on my account. The text included a convenient link to log in and ...

The only solution to a forgotten passcode is to reset the iPad to factory default settings, which erases all data. During the ...

It's common to forget passwords, especially for apps and accounts where you aren't required to put up your passwords daily, like Instagram or X or even your Apple ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Don't throw your hands up in frustration, it's usually fairly straightforward to recover and protect a hacked Apple account. Apple ...

The recent fiasco regarding random Apple ID resets is a nightmare for users. Some reported that it had become frustrating enough that they couldn't do anything to solve the issue. What's worse, Apple ...

An Apple ID is essential for accessing Apple services. While it’s technically possible to use your Apple device without an Apple ID, you won’t be able to use key Apple services like the App Store, ...

Beeware this Apple ID hacking scam. Update, April 1, 2025: This story, originally published March 30, has been updated with information regarding a scam targeting iCloud users in addition to the Apple ...

Ask someone else sign out for you or log out remotely via account.apple.com. This article teaches you how to sign out of your Apple ID/Apple Account on Mac and provides advice on what to do if the ...

Keeping your Apple ID email current is a crucial step in maintaining the security and functionality of your Apple account. Whether your email is outdated, compromised, or no longer accessible, ...

If you have physical security keys set up for your Apple ID account, you can now sign in to iCloud on Windows, after updating the app to version 15 or later. Apple confirmed this change in a support ...