I requested a password reset email for my Apple Account and need access to my phone. How long should I expect to wait?
How long does an Apple Account password reset email take?
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Check whether you requested a password reset or started account recovery. Account recovery has a waiting period and is not necessarily a quick reset email.
For account recovery, Apple says you should receive confirmation within 24 hours, with an estimate of when you can regain access. The actual recovery wait can be longer and depends on what information you were able to verify.
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If you are waiting on an email, check your spam or junk folder and make sure you are looking in the inbox associated with the request. If it is account recovery, a delay beyond the initial confirmation can be part of the process.
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The wait can be really frustrating when you need your phone. If you are unsure which process you started or where the request stands, contact Apple Support for help checking the next step. They cannot necessarily shorten an account recovery wait.
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Bramlet.6x:
That distinction matters here. The first message during account recovery is about the wait, not necessarily a link that immediately restores access.