I created an Apple ID account using a fake California address set to a random hotel. There are a few real risks: 1.These fraudulent emails claim your Apple ID has been suspended to trick you into giving up login credentials or other sensitive information. In the United States, when you first activate your iPhone, it might ask you to confirm your phone number. Let's examine the reasons why Apple might legitimately contact you (and how they'll do so), and how to recognize scams. For scam content received in Messages, tap Report Junk beneath the message. You can then block that phone number. Yes, scammers are impersonating Apple Support to try to steal your iCloud account information. It means there's something wrong with your Apple ID or settings, resulting in a disabled status. In addition, if you're in a Family Sharing group, you will have to leave it to be able to change your geolocation on the Apple store.