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How to Detect Fake Apple Support Calls and Messages 

Issue Description 

Scammers impersonate Apple Support to steal credentials. 

Common Scam Signs 

Unsolicited calls 

Urgent security warnings 

Requests for codes 

Step-by-Step Protection 

Step 1: Hang Up Immediately 

Apple does not initiate support calls 

 

Step 2: Block and Report Number 

Phone → Recents → Block Caller 

 

Step 3: Verify via Official Apple Support App 

Contact Apple yourself if concerned 

 

Step 4: Change Passwords If Contact Occurred 

Especially Apple ID 

Explore Further 

Enable call spam filtering via carrier 

Prevention & Best Practices 

Never share verification codes.