Apple adds harmful-content checks for public iCloud sharing

First reported by 9to5Mac at · Updated · 4 sources

The checks apply to items shared through the Anyone with the Link setting, starting with version 27.3 of iOS, iPadOS, macOS and visionOS. According to AppleInsider, the material covered includes photos and files, and violations could lead to account bans or referrals to law enforcement.

Covered by 4 publishers within 3 hours of the first report.

Reporting4

9to5Mac With iOS 27.3, Apple will start checking iCloud public links for ‘harmful content’ · Ryan Christoffel
AppleInsider iCloud's 'Anyone with the Link' option will trigger Apple content checks · Amber Neely
The Verge Apple will check shared iCloud links for ‘harmful content’ · Jay Peters
MacRumors Apple Will Check Public iCloud Links for Harmful Content Starting in iOS 27.3 · Juli Clover

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Topics Apple