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Where do I find my 28 character encryption code

Using my Ipad it says I need 28 character encryption code.

iPad mini 5 Wi-Fi, Cellular

Posted on Oct 30, 2022 9:56 AM

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Posted on Oct 30, 2022 11:32 AM

Account recovery key

A recovery key is a randomly generated 28-character code that you can use to help reset your password or regain access to your Apple ID. Using a recovery key 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 even if you have a recovery contact. Learn how to generate a recovery key.


Have you lost your recovery key?

See -> Two-step verification for Apple ID

Two-step verification for Apple ID

👉 scroll to & read -> What if I lose my Recovery Key?

You can sign in to your Apple ID account page and create a new Recovery Key using your Apple ID password and one of your trusted devices.

1 Go to appleid.apple.com/uk.

2 Sign in with your password and trusted device.

3 In the Sign-In and Security section, click Recovery Key > Change Recovery Key.

Keep your new Recovery Key in a safe place. Your old Recovery Key won't work any more and you can't use it to reset your password or access your account. If you can't see Recovery Key in the Sign-In and Security section, then you are not using two-step verification. 

 

FYI: Make a screenshot or write down your recovery key and keep it in a safe place.

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Question marked as Top-ranking reply

Oct 30, 2022 11:32 AM in response to Deenafromnv

Account recovery key

A recovery key is a randomly generated 28-character code that you can use to help reset your password or regain access to your Apple ID. Using a recovery key 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 even if you have a recovery contact. Learn how to generate a recovery key.


Have you lost your recovery key?

See -> Two-step verification for Apple ID

Two-step verification for Apple ID

👉 scroll to & read -> What if I lose my Recovery Key?

You can sign in to your Apple ID account page and create a new Recovery Key using your Apple ID password and one of your trusted devices.

1 Go to appleid.apple.com/uk.

2 Sign in with your password and trusted device.

3 In the Sign-In and Security section, click Recovery Key > Change Recovery Key.

Keep your new Recovery Key in a safe place. Your old Recovery Key won't work any more and you can't use it to reset your password or access your account. If you can't see Recovery Key in the Sign-In and Security section, then you are not using two-step verification. 

 

FYI: Make a screenshot or write down your recovery key and keep it in a safe place.

Where do I find my 28 character encryption code

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