Now that your iPhone has been set up for you to use, it’s time to learn how to keep it secure to protect your privacy.
In this course, you’ll learn how to set up and test a passcode or Face ID to unlock your iPhone, and adjust the time it takes to lock the screen after use.
The demonstrations in this course use an iPhone without a physical Home button. If your phone is different, some of the steps might vary a little, but you can still follow along.
Before you start, make sure the iPhone is switched on, fully charged and showing the Home screen. Your operating software should also be up to date.
A passcode secures your iPhone. Only people who know your passcode can unlock your phone. A strong passcode should be easy for you to remember but hard for others to guess; it should use random numbers and avoid number patterns.
To add a passcode:
If you're ever worried someone may know your passcode, it's easy to change it. In the Settings app, under Face ID & Passcode, tap Change Passcode and follow the steps to set a new passcode.
To use your passcode to unlock your phone:
If your phone is unlocked and you want to lock it, press the power button so that the screen goes dark. You can press the power button again, or pick up and tilt the phone, to wake up your phone and show the Lock screen.
Face ID can be a faster and more convenient way to unlock your phone, but you will still need a passcode to keep your information secure. Remember, your passcode can always unlock your phone, even if Face ID is set up.
You can also use Face ID to:
To set up Face ID:
To test that Face ID is set up correctly:
You’ve completed the iPhone: Security & privacy activity.
Next up, we'll learn the iPhone: Accessibility settings activity.