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Turn on Stolen Device Protection

Add biometric protection and Security Delay to sensitive account and device changes.

Follow a short, verified path based on current Apple documentation.

When this helps

Add biometric protection and Security Delay to sensitive account and device changes.

STEPS

How to do it

  1. 1

    Open passcode settings

    Go to Settings > Face ID & Passcode or Touch ID & Passcode, then enter your passcode.

  2. 2

    Turn on Stolen Device Protection

    Open Stolen Device Protection and turn it on.

  3. 3

    Choose when protection applies

    Choose Away from Familiar Locations or Always.

When you are done

You are done when Stolen Device Protection is on with the scope you chose.

Good to know

Face ID or Touch ID and other required security settings must be configured first.

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