Summary
- Apple released Stolen Device Protection after a rise in iPhone theft a few years ago, which prevents anyone but the owner from changing settings.
- While useful, it can also hinder access for the owner, so here’s how to turn it off if you don’t want to use it.
- Stolen Device Protection will hinder access to things like erasing content and settings, your saved passwords, and auto-filling card details.
- It can also make it harder for the owner to change these settings when away from home, requiring a 60-minute delay and Face ID/Touch ID verification.
- You can turn it off by going to Settings, Face ID & Passcode, and then Stolen Device Protection, and toggling the option at the top off.
- You’ll have to wait an hour to make any more changes, and Stolen Device Protection may not be necessary if you don’t often visit high-risk areas.
By Alexandra Arici
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