What steps should I take after clicking a malicious link on Safari in my iPhone?

I think I clicked a malicious link from social media. I immediately changed my passcode for my phone and started checking passwords. I emptied my safari cache. I did not enter any personal info on the link. Should do more?

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iPhone 12 Pro Max, iOS 18

Posted on Mar 27, 2025 05:48 AM

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John Galt

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153,634 points

Mar 27, 2025 07:31 AM in response to Southpawjc

These scams can appear on any web browser running on any Mac, PC, or iOS device. Read Phony "tech support" / "ransomware" popups and web pages - Apple Community. The only thing you need to do is ignore them.

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