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how do I know if the recovery process has began

how do I know recovery process has began?


iPhone 13, iOS 15

Posted on Sep 5, 2022 10:16 AM

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Posted on Sep 5, 2022 3:35 PM

It start here -> Related Article -> Set up an account recovery contact


Then see ⤵️

How to use account recovery when you can’t reset your Apple ID password

How to use account recovery when you can’t reset your Apple ID password - Apple Support

Scroll to -> What is account recovery?

Account recovery is a process designed to get you back into your Apple ID account when you don’t have enough information to reset your password. For security reasons, it might take several days or longer before you can use your account again. We know this delay is inconvenient, but it's important so that we can keep your account and information safe.

 

Help a friend or family member as their account recovery contact

Help a friend or family member as their account recovery contact - Apple Support (IN)


How to generate a recovery key

How to generate a recovery key 

  • Using a recovery key is more secure, but it means that you’re responsible for maintaining access to your trusted devices and your recovery key. If you lose both of these items, you could be locked out of your account permanently. With that in mind, it's important to keep your recovery key in a safe place



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Question marked as Top-ranking reply

Sep 5, 2022 3:35 PM in response to jayme287

It start here -> Related Article -> Set up an account recovery contact


Then see ⤵️

How to use account recovery when you can’t reset your Apple ID password

How to use account recovery when you can’t reset your Apple ID password - Apple Support

Scroll to -> What is account recovery?

Account recovery is a process designed to get you back into your Apple ID account when you don’t have enough information to reset your password. For security reasons, it might take several days or longer before you can use your account again. We know this delay is inconvenient, but it's important so that we can keep your account and information safe.

 

Help a friend or family member as their account recovery contact

Help a friend or family member as their account recovery contact - Apple Support (IN)


How to generate a recovery key

How to generate a recovery key 

  • Using a recovery key is more secure, but it means that you’re responsible for maintaining access to your trusted devices and your recovery key. If you lose both of these items, you could be locked out of your account permanently. With that in mind, it's important to keep your recovery key in a safe place



how do I know if the recovery process has began

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