Sometimes A Four Digit Passcode Just Isn’t Enough
by Dom Esposito
September 2, 2012
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Setting a Passcode Lock on your device can help protect your personal information. Using a four digit passcode is great, but what if you’re looking for something more secure? There’s actually an option to setup something that may be a little trickier to guess.
To setup an alphanumeric passcode for your device, watch the video or follow the steps below:
Step 1: Go into the Settings app on your device and tap on General.
Step 2: Next, scroll down to Passcode Lock and tap on it.
Step 3: Halfway down on the screen, turn off “Simple Passcode.”
Note: If you already have a passcode set, you’ll be prompted to enter it. Then you’ll be able to set a new secure passcode.
Step 4: Tap on “Turn Passcode On,” then create an alphanumeric passcode. When you’re happy with what you’ve entered, press “Next” in the top right corner. After you’ve re-entered your passcode, finish the process by tapping “Done.”
Next time your device is unlocked, you’ll be given a full keyboard to enter the new secure passcode you’ve created.
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