If a hacker steals your iCloud account, users are at risk of losing control, and in some cases, losing money unfairly. With Apple devices, the iCloud account is linked to cloud storage services, connected to cards like Visa, MasterCard for app purchases on the Apple Store. If you are still unclear about the concept of iCloud and do not understand how to secure your iCloud account, you can refer to the article on protecting your iCloud account that we shared earlier.
The risk of iCloud account hacking is significant, but many users in Vietnam still do not realize the importance of keeping information about their Apple ID accounts confidential. There have been cases where users' Apple ID accounts were stolen, and their devices were locked, followed by extortion attempts by hackers. In some cases, these hackers even reported the loss of the device on iCloud, forcing users to pay before unlocking their accounts and providing passwords again.
In the case of losing an Apple ID account without reporting the loss of the device on iCloud, users still have the opportunity to recover their accounts. However, in cases of reporting the loss on iCloud, Apple cannot provide any assistance to the user.
One of the most common issues faced by iOS users is getting their iCloud accounts locked, also known as being 'iCloud-locked.' iOS devices become 'iCloud-locked' when they have signed in to an iCloud account and later, for some reason, cannot remember the account, making it impossible to log out. If users forget to log out and proceed to restore the device, it becomes unusable.
So how can you identify if an iPhone is iCloud locked? Currently, in the market, there are two types of iCloud-locked devices you should be aware of:
- Device not logged out of iCloud account: With this type of device, you can still use it normally without inconvenience. However, when you buy it, you won't know the account information, making it impossible to restore or remove. You can avoid purchasing this type of device by creating an Apple ID on Apple's website before buying. Ask the seller to log in to your account on the device and try to restore it. If the device asks for the iCloud account, enter yours.
- iPhones restored with iCloud lock: This type is easy to identify because you cannot access the home screen. These devices are only useful as spare parts for other devices.
So, it's enough to understand the importance of the iCloud account associated with iOS devices. Therefore, be cautious when using and consider some tips that I introduce below to avoid unexpected risks when using:
- Create an iCloud account directly on the device you are using. For guidance on creating an iCloud account, you can refer to the article on creating an iCloud account by Mytour.
- Do not write passwords on paper or in places where others can easily see them.
- Avoid using the same password for multiple accounts.
- Do not share your Apple ID account with multiple users.
- The best measure to prevent iCloud attacks by hackers is to enable two-factor authentication for your iCloud account. Refer to how to enable two-factor authentication for your iCloud account.
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Here, I've just presented to you the potential risks of using an iCloud account if you're not careful. By paying attention to your device usage and being aware of the importance of your iCloud account, you can ensure the safety of the device you are using.
