How do I verify my Apple ID using an unknown email address on a computer?

I just opened an account on the web using Apple ID. I now have to verify with a code sent to a new apple email address that I don't know! gj*****@privaterelay.appleid.com. How do I read the email? (I don't have an iPhone, it has to be on my computer.


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Original Title: Apple ID verification confusion


MacBook Pro 16″, macOS 15.6

Posted on Nov 27, 2025 2:25 AM

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Nov 27, 2025 4:15 AM in response to lewisevans777

How to use Hide My Email with iCloud+ on your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support

Hide My Email is a service that's included with an iCloud+ subscription. With Hide My Email, you can generate unique, random email addresses that automatically forward to your personal inbox, so you can keep your email address private. You can create as many email addresses as you need.

- If Hide My Email is used to sign in to an app or a website using Sign in with Apple, an address ending in @privaterelay.appleid.com will be created.


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