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Waldo_M
User level: Level 1 (4 points)

Adding new number under "Account Security"

How do I add my new phone number under "Account Security" while I don't have access the the old number thats listed there? Apple keeps sending the verification code to my old number and I kept on chosing the option that states I no longer have access to that number. Now my phone just shows "Too many codes sent" or "Verification failed, try again later". Please assist

Posted on Oct 6, 2026 4:18 AM

1 reply

WheelieNick
User level: Level 9 (74,110 points)

Oct 6, 2026 6:05 AM in response to Waldo_M

To fix the "Too many codes sent" lockout and update your trusted number, wait 24 hours for the code limit to reset, then use Apple Account Recovery or an already signed-in trusted device to bypass the old text message requirement. 

Originally posted at discussions.apple.com/thread/256371276