Did you ever receive an offer on your phone that seemed too good to be true?
Here’s what typically happens: You’re browsing the web on your iPhone when a strange pop-up appears. It says that you’ve won an AMAZING prize for free, and all you need to do is claim it!
In this article, I’ll explain what to do when you see a “Congratulations” pop-up on your iPhone, and show you how to report this scam to Apple.
When you encounter a pop-up like this on your phone, do no try to close out of the add or hit the X, as it usually launches more adds. Instead, immediately close out of your web browser. To close out of the browser, either Double tap the home button or swipe up from the bottom of the screen and close the browser tab you have open. We can then clear your browser history and data.
You can also report the website and ads to apple here.
These simple steps will help you stay a little safer when browsing the web from your phone.
Anthony has been in the MSP business since before the acronym existed. Managed IT once started as break-fix solutions and some light phone support.
Since then, he has seen the industry flourish into a landscape of platforms, cloud servers, software tools and AI . Tailoring network configurations and software stacks to the specific needs of each business.
In his current role, he focuses on proactive planning, ensuring clients can avoid potential issues altogether. This involves meticulous planning for enhanced business continuity, allowing swift resolution of any unforeseen challenges. What initially began as addressing "fires" through break-fix solutions has evolved into a proactive approach, ensuring that such issues are prevented from arising in the first place.
