Understanding passcodes

You can use a pass code on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch to protect your information and data. Each time you turn on or wake up the device, it will prompt for the pass code before you can access applications or information on the device.
This article provides resources and tips for using pass codes. For full details on pass code lock and settings, refer to the User Guide for your product.

Products Affected: iPhone, iPad, iPod touch

You can configure a passcode for your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch using Settings>GeneralPasscodeLock.

Once enabled, you will be prompted for the pass code whenever you:

1. Turn on or restart the device
2. Wake the device 
3. Unlock the screen

 Note: You can specify the amount of time the screen must be locked before requiring a passcode.

Tips for using pass codes:

• Simple passcodes are four digits long. You can disable simple passcode to require a longer passcode with alphanumeric characters. 
• You can configure your device to automatically erase all contents (Secure Erase) after ten failed passcode attempts. 
• MobileMe users can remotely enable or change their passcode using Find My iPhone.
• If you enter an incorrect passcode too many times, the device will be disabled temporarily.

Additional Information

If you are unable to modify certain passcode settings, there may be a configuration profile that requires these passcode options.
You can find out if a profile is installed by tapping Settings > General and looking for the Profile setting between Accessibility and Reset.

For additional information, contact your network or system administrator, or refer to the Enterprise Deployment and Security guides on the Apple Business webpages.






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