In this tutorial, we’ll explain how to protect data on your iPhone using well-known iOS features, access codes, or passcodes.
you may be in wall street journal An iPhone user lost access to all of his online accounts and services after his Apple ID was stolen. As an iPhone user, the thought of not being able to access my Apple ID and change the password on all my devices is horrific.
Apple has adopted a strong authentication system on the iPhone, using Face ID, a 3D scanning solution. This biometric technology is enhanced with an access code (Apple Passcode), which allows you to unlock your iPhone or access services when Face ID cannot recognize your face. This can happen when using goggles or sunglasses that were not previously configured.
You probably already know that passwords are not as secure as biometric systems because they can be seen by those around you. Personally, I put convenience over security and abused my access codes. However, I’ve recently started using longer alphanumeric passwords for better security. That’s what I’m going to explore in this article.
This might seem too basic to power users, but it’s amazing how small changes to your Apple passcode can dramatically improve your iPhone’s security.
What is an access code and how does it work?
An Apple passcode is a security feature that lets you lock your device with a numeric or alphanumeric code. When you enter your passcode, your device will unlock and you can access your apps, data and settings.
Passcodes work by encrypting your device data, making it difficult for anyone to access your information without the correct passcode. It can also be used with other security features like Touch ID or Face ID for extra protection.
How to update passcode on iPhone?
While Face ID is a convenient way to unlock your device, it’s still important to have a sufficiently complex passcode. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to create longer and stronger passwords:
- go to set up
- choose Face ID and passcode (or Touch ID and passcode if your iPhone doesn’t have Face ID)
- scroll down and click change code
- choose code option choose one Alphanumeric Access Code personalise
- You can now use Face ID, Touch ID or new access code Stronger authentication and login to iPhone, your favorite apps and/or websites
When creating a new access code, use alphanumeric characters first and choose a longer code. / © kwgeek
As mentioned earlier, there are a few modifications that can help you create more secure and “unique” passwords. Below is a list of these changes.
- Use a combination of upper and lower case letters: Including uppercase and lowercase letters in a password will make it more difficult to guess or crack.
- Use numbers and special characters: To further complicate your password, use numbers and special characters such as !, @, #, or $.
- use a longer password: The longer your password, the harder it is to crack. Apple recommends using a passcode that is at least six digits long, but you can make it longer if needed.
What do you think of this tutorial? Have you ever changed the passcode on your iPhone like this?