I submitted a request to reset my password but the email to do so was sent to an address I don't know. Now what?

my request to reset my password via email was sent to an email I have never heard of. Have I compromised my security?

Mac Book Pro OS Monterey v12.6

Posted on Dec 6, 2022 01:20 PM

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Posted on Dec 6, 2022 01:24 PM

Hi Liz,


Just so we're clear, do you mean you never received the email? See If you didn't receive your verification or reset email - Apple Support


If you mean you sent a request to an email address (which Apple does not use for anything unless they specifically provide you with one) then:


Click on this link "If you think your Apple ID has been compromised" --> If you think your Apple ID has been compromised - Apple Support


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


Related materials:

Personal Safety User Guide

Personal Safety User Guide - Apple Support

> open the Table of Contents


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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Dec 6, 2022 01:24 PM in response to liz4195

Hi Liz,


Just so we're clear, do you mean you never received the email? See If you didn't receive your verification or reset email - Apple Support


If you mean you sent a request to an email address (which Apple does not use for anything unless they specifically provide you with one) then:


Click on this link "If you think your Apple ID has been compromised" --> If you think your Apple ID has been compromised - Apple Support


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


Related materials:

Personal Safety User Guide

Personal Safety User Guide - Apple Support

> open the Table of Contents


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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