How to configure an alphanumeric passcode on an iPad or iPhone

It is essential to protect your iPhone’s security in the current digital era. Even while utilizing Face ID is quick, safe, and practical, it is insufficient. So, instead of using a conventional 4-digit passcode, you should create a strong alphanumeric password that is difficult for hackers to decipher. As a result, I’ll walk you through the process of setting an alphanumeric passcode on your iPhone or iPad in this article.

Why should your iPhone passcode be alphanumeric?

An alphanumeric passcode is made up of letters, numbers, and symbols, which makes it far more challenging to guess. A stronger and more complicated passcode is vital to have for an additional layer of security given the development in advanced hacking techniques.

When your iPhone restarts, anyone who knows your passcode can unlock it, access your passwords in iCloud Keychains, authorize Apple Pay transactions, and other things. Hence, an alphanumeric passcode shields your iPhone’s data and stops unauthorized people from accessing it.

Let’s discover how to convert the iPhone passcode to an alphanumeric password now that you understand what an iPhone alphanumeric password is.

How to establish a unique alphanumeric passcode on an iPhone or a tablet

1. Tap Face ID & Passcode after opening the Settings app.
2. Enter the passcode you already have.
3. Modify Passcode can be found by scrolling down.
   If you don’t have a passcode, tap Turn Passcode On.
   

   
   

4. Enter your current passcode once more.
5. Don’t then input your new passcode on the following screen.
6. Tap Passcode Options on the keyboard’s top row.
7. Custom Alphanumeric Code should be chosen.
   To set a 6 or more-digit number as the passcode, tap Custom Numeric Code.
   

   
   

8. Establish a very secure alphanumeric passcode of letters, numbers, and symbols.
9. Click Next.
10. To confirm, enter your fresh alphanumeric passcode. Hit “Done”
    

    
    

That’s it. It will take your iPhone a short while to save and activate your new passcode. For that brief while, it can appear to be unresponsive, but it isn’t. Simply give it some time, and everything will get back to normal.

Don’t jeopardize your safety!
Which lock code do you favor using on your iPhone? Tell me in the comments section below.