How do I detect viruses on iPhone 16?

How do you detect viruses on iPhone 16.i got a facebook message saying i have 16 vieuses on my iphone.


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Posted on Jan 24, 2025 07:40 PM

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Jan 24, 2025 08:26 PM in response to Wag47

Wag47 wrote:

How do you detect viruses on iPhone 16.i got a facebook message saying i have 16 vieuses on my iphone.


The message is a lie, intended to get you to

  • Install some worthless "security" app that will do nothing to fix the alleged problem, and/or
  • Contact criminals posing as "tech support", who will trick you into revealing the information they need to rip you off more thoroughly


Recognize and avoid social engineering schemes including phishing messages, phony support calls, and other scams - Apple Support


U.S. Federal Trade Commission – How To Spot, Avoid, and Report Tech Support Scams

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