User level: Level 1 (4 points)Hello, i logged in to my account too many times and now it says verification codes cannot be sent at this phone number at this time. I tried a couple of times a few hours later but to no avail . This account is very important to me. Please help
Posted on Oct 31, 2026 8:17 PM
User level: Level 10 (211,627 points)Oct 31, 2026 8:29 PM in response to erti12
"Verification codes cannot be sent at this time.: Hello, i logged in to my account too many times and now it says verification codes cannot be sent at this phone number at this time. I tried a couple of times a few hours later but to no avail . This account is very important to me. Please help"
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Which account? Wait out the time allotted, as you may be locked out for good, if you try too many times. This is seen as suspicious activity.
Getting Into a Locked Account:
Recovery Keys and Recovery Codes can be used (if an option in your area). Apple offer this, along with may others, commonly eMAil providers:
User level: Level 10 (211,627 points)Oct 31, 2026 9:04 PM in response to erti12
"Verification codes cannot be sent at this time.: Hello, i logged in to my account too many times and now it says verification codes cannot be sent at this phone number at this time. I tried a couple of times a few hours later but to no avail . This account is very important to me. Please help"
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Where to Go from Here:
Contact Apple Support and show them this thread through screensharing your iPhone. Have then change the phone number to what it should be. But, this time...
Screenshare with the Apple Rep:
To easily show the Apple Rep what is going on here, request a prompt for a screensharing session with the Apple Rep. That will allow them to see this firsthand, and upfront. Show this user through screensharing your Mac. Show them any paperwork or hover over your Mac's screen, through screensharing your iPhone.
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Apple Phone Support Use Info:
User level: Level 10 (211,627 points)Oct 31, 2026 9:09 PM in response to erti12
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"Thank you for your reply. It is my apple account. Does it say when im locked out or does it just keep telling me the same thing? because i am afraid that even when i go to recover it it will say the same thing and not send a code to my number. I am a bit anxious as i have lots of photos and basically everything there.oh and im also a part of my family and we are sharing icloud+ if that helps."
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Add a Trusted Device:
Just let it be, as you might get locked out for up to 90 days. There is time to wait, and there should be time amount shown. As for this phone, it's number needs to be a Trusted Device, (which it appears it is). So, try adding another device. So, as mentioned in a previous reply, use screensharing while on the phone, and ask Apple to run you through adding a trusted device...Add or Remove Trusted Devices on Mac - Apple Support
User level: Level 10 (211,627 points)Oct 31, 2026 9:11 PM in response to erti12
Edit...
"Thank you for your reply. It is my apple account. Does it say when im locked out or does it just keep telling me the same thing? because i am afraid that even when i go to recover it it will say the same thing and not send a code to my number. I am a bit anxious as i have lots of photos and basically everything there.oh and im also a part of my family and we are sharing icloud+ if that helps."
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Two more things to mention...
A. Secure your Info, Once back in...
1. Verify your Devices:
Verify that all devices are logged in to your account, by using this link: Check your Apple ID Device List to See where you're Signed in - Apple Support
then...
2. Modify your Credentials:
Having been stollen, someone lily has your credentials. So, by all means, modifying them.
and...
B. Report Items to Apple and Others:
Also, report phone call's and messages info to Apple through use of screenshots. There are many you can report this to, from Apple, to Law enforcement, and others. In doing so, you are helping all those around the globe, as items will be archived for further investigation, hopefully leading to guilt.
Use my User Tips:
User level: Level 1 (4 points)Oct 31, 2026 9:00 PM in response to TheLittles
Thank you for your reply. It is my apple account. Does it say when im locked out or does it just keep telling me the same thing? because i am afraid that even when i go to recover it it will say the same thing and not send a code to my number. I am a bit anxious as i have lots of photos and basically everything there.oh and im also a part of my family and we are sharing icloud+ if that helps.
Originally posted at discussions.apple.com/thread/256386734