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# Why do I see a privaterelay email address linked to my Emma account?

If you're seeing an unfamiliar email address that looks like `abc123@privaterelay.appleid.com`, don’t worry — your account hasn’t been hacked.

This is called **Apple Private Relay**, a privacy feature from Apple that hides your real email address when you sign up for apps using **"Sign in with Apple."** It helps keep your personal email private and forwards messages from Emma to your real inbox.

### 🔐 What is Apple Private Relay?

Apple Private Relay is part of **Sign in with Apple**. When you choose this option, Apple creates a unique, random email address that looks something like:

```
abc123@privaterelay.appleid.com
```

This private email forwards to your actual Apple ID email — so you still receive all your Emma emails, but we never see your true address.

### Where can I find my real email?

To find your real email:

1. Open the **Settings** app on your i Phone or i Pad.
  
2. Tap your **Apple ID name** at the top.
  
3. Go to **Sign in with Apple**.
  
4. Select **Emma** — you'll see whether you're hiding your email and what your real email address is.

### Can I change my email in Emma?

Yes! If you’d prefer to use your real email (or another one) with Emma:

1. Open the Emma app.
  
2. Go to **Settings** > **Account** > **Personal Details** > **Email**.
  
3. Update your email address and follow the confirmation steps.