We receive a lot of questions regarding iOS devices and viruses. While getting an iPhone/iPad/iPod virus is a legitimate concern, to date, there have been no viruses found to be affecting these devices; thus, you don’t need antivirus apps (there aren’t any antivirus programs at the App Store as of now). Unless your phone is hacked or jail-broken, you DO NOT and WILL NOT have any virus on the phone, iPod and iPad.
Obsessed with tech since the early arrival of A/UX on Apple, Sudz (SK) is responsible for the editorial direction of AppleToolBox. He is based out of Los Angeles, CA.
Sudz specializes in covering all things macOS, having reviewed dozens of OS X and macOS developments over the years.
In a former life, Sudz worked helping Fortune 100 companies with their technology and business transformation aspirations.
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I just recently received a message on my IPod Touch that I have 39 viruses and to download a security app to get rid of them so I did but it wants me to pay for it with money I don’t have. It told me my IPod touch was hacked but I’m literally the only person who uses this IPod and it’s never out of my sight! I’m so concerned!
Hi Taylor,
This is likely a scam to get your money and information. Do not purchase anything.
Take a look at this Apple whitepaper on identifying and dealing with scams
And for peace of mind, consider contacting Apple Support just to confirm that your Apple ID and hardware is safe from hackers and other malicious means.
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