App-Specific Passwords to Become Mandatory for Apps That Access iCloud from June 15

Apple is taking a big step to ensure the safety of your iCloud account. Starting June 15, all apps that require iCloud access will need an app-specific password. If you’re already signed into a third-party app with iCloud access through your Apple ID, you will be signed out and will have to generate an app-specific password to sign in again. This mostly pertains to apps like Microsoft Outlook, and Mozilla Thunderbird which can access your iCloud account.

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