iPhone Security Guide
Your iPhone holds your banking, email, photos, and the keys to almost every account you own. These six steps protect it, all done through your iPhone settings, no technical knowledge needed.
Passcode & Face ID
Set a 6-digit passcode and enable Face ID so your iPhone is protected if lost or stolen.
Settings → Face ID & Passcode
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iOS Updates
Enable automatic iOS updates so Apple security patches are installed as soon as they are released.
Settings → General → Software Update
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App Store Only
Only download apps from the Apple App Store, never from links in emails or messages.
Apple App Store
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App Permissions
Check which apps have access to your location, camera, and microphone, and remove what is not needed.
Settings → Privacy & Security
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Auto-Lock
Set your iPhone to lock after 30 seconds so it is always protected when you put it down.
Settings → Display & Brightness → Auto-Lock
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Public Wi-Fi
Avoid banking and sensitive accounts on public Wi-Fi, switch to mobile data for anything important.
Control Centre → Wi-Fi toggle
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