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My ex gave me a phone but I’m pretty sure he can read my messages and emails probably see my photos and my call log

iPhone XR

Posted on Jul 6, 2023 11:47 AM

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Posted on Jul 6, 2023 12:05 PM

Do you have your own Apple ID? If not, you need one.


This document explains how to create a new Apple ID (create an Apple Account) --> How to create a new Apple ID - Apple Support


If you do have your own ID, read this document if you think your Apple ID has been compromised. --> If you think your Apple ID has been compromised - Apple Support


For iOS 15 or earlier, if you want to see if anyone else has access to your device or accounts, click here --> See who has access to your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support


For iOS 16 or later see how Safety Check on iPhone works to keep you safe. How Safety Check on iPhone works to keep you safe - Apple Support


Use the information in this document to check your Apple ID device list to find where you're signed in --> Check your Apple ID device list to find where you're signed in - Apple Support


Related materials:

Personal Safety User Guide

Personal Safety User Guide - Apple Support

> open the Table of Contents and review the articles


A document with general information about security and your Apple ID --> Security and your Apple ID - Apple Support


Contact Apple for help with Apple ID account security by clicking on this link --> Contact Apple for help with Apple ID account security - Apple Support "This article provides country-specific Apple Support contact information for customers seeking help with their Apple ID password or other security-related issues."



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Jul 6, 2023 12:05 PM in response to mandi285

Do you have your own Apple ID? If not, you need one.


This document explains how to create a new Apple ID (create an Apple Account) --> How to create a new Apple ID - Apple Support


If you do have your own ID, read this document if you think your Apple ID has been compromised. --> If you think your Apple ID has been compromised - Apple Support


For iOS 15 or earlier, if you want to see if anyone else has access to your device or accounts, click here --> See who has access to your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support


For iOS 16 or later see how Safety Check on iPhone works to keep you safe. How Safety Check on iPhone works to keep you safe - Apple Support


Use the information in this document to check your Apple ID device list to find where you're signed in --> Check your Apple ID device list to find where you're signed in - Apple Support


Related materials:

Personal Safety User Guide

Personal Safety User Guide - Apple Support

> open the Table of Contents and review the articles


A document with general information about security and your Apple ID --> Security and your Apple ID - Apple Support


Contact Apple for help with Apple ID account security by clicking on this link --> Contact Apple for help with Apple ID account security - Apple Support "This article provides country-specific Apple Support contact information for customers seeking help with their Apple ID password or other security-related issues."



Jul 6, 2023 12:05 PM in response to mandi285

You will want to make sure you are using only your Apple ID, not one he gave you, and reset the password. You will also want to review the trusted devices associated with your Apple ID and remove any that are not yours.

Add or remove trusted devices on Mac - Apple Support


If you feel he has access to your emails, you may also want to change your email password.


Make sure your phone number and Apple ID are the only ones that are able to receive Messages by going to Settings > Messages > Send & Receive. You are able to also confirm the Apple ID used here.


Verify you are not part of a Family Sharing plan by going here:

Leave Family Sharing - Apple Support


And finally, review and follow the suggestions in this support article.

If you think your Apple ID has been compromised - Apple Support



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