9 iOS Security Settings You Should Change Right Now

1. Is iOS 9 still secure?
2. How can I improve my iPhone security?
3. What should my settings be on my iPhone?
4. How long will iOS 9 be supported?
5. What iOS 9 means?
6. Does iPhone 12 have fingerprint?
7. Can Apple ID be hacked?
8. What is the best security for iPhone?
9. Where is iPhone security settings?
10. Where is my device settings?
11. How do I get my phone screen back to normal?

Is iOS 9 still secure?

iOS 9 is still plenty secure, and unless your mom is visiting questionable websites, she'll be just fine. Apple does occasionally release security updates for older iOS versions when a serious flaw is found (see iOS 7.0. 6 and iOS 6.1. 6, released simultaneously to patch a critical SSL bug).

How can I improve my iPhone security?

12 iPhone security tips for iOS 12

1. Turn on USB Restricted Mode. ...
2. Make sure automatic iOS updates are turned on. ...
3. Enable Find My iPhone. ...
4. Disable lock screen options. ...
5. Use a VPN on public Wi-Fi. ...
6. Use additional encryption when backing up. ...
7. Monitor privacy settings periodically. ...
8. Set a stronger device passcode.

What should my settings be on my iPhone?

Here are the iPhone settings you should consider changing right away:

• Crank down the brightness. ...
• Disable push email. ...
• Turn on Do Not Disturb. ...
• Use the numeric battery gauge. ...
• Tweak the size of text. ...
• Configure auto-lock. ...
• Add more fingers to Touch ID. ...
• Turn off location services for non-essentials.

How long will iOS 9 be supported?

Current versions of iOS now stretch support for up to five years, which is much longer than what you can expect from any premium Android phone. It seems that Apple wants to keep the momentum going with its next iOS update and that means your old iPhone from five years ago could continue to live for another year.

What iOS 9 means?

iOS 9 is the ninth major release of the iOS mobile operating system developed by Apple Inc., being the successor to iOS 8. ... Additionally, iOS 9 brought new user experience functions, including Quick Actions, and Peek and Pop, based on the touch-sensitive display technology in the iPhone 6S.

Does iPhone 12 have fingerprint?

Compared to their predecessors, more recent in-display fingerprint sensor tech tends to be both faster and more generous in terms of the physical size of the sensor. Regardless, Apple's iPhone 11, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max have all opted to exclude the feature in favor of Face ID.

Can Apple ID be hacked?

No. But it's certainly possible for someone to hack your Apple ID and then see certain things. They would be able to see anything you have synced to iCloud... calendar, contacts, notes, iCloud e-mail, etc. ... In addition, make sure any e-mail address associated with your Apple ID are secured with a strong password.

What is the best security for iPhone?

Best iPhone antivirus apps in 2021: top iOS security protection

1. Avast Security & Privacy. The best iPhone antivirus app. ...
2. Avira Mobile Security. Stay safe online with the German antivirus giant. ...
3. Lookout Mobile Security. iOS security with comprehensive identity theft protection. ...
4. McAfee Mobile Security. Original? ...
5. Trend Micro Mobile Security. ...
6. F-Secure SAFE. ...
7. Fyde Barracuda CloudGen Access.

Where is iPhone security settings?

If you ever want to change it, it's pretty easy to do.

1. Tap the Settings icon on your Home screen, then tap Touch ID & Passcode or Face ID & Passcode (depending on your iPhone model).
2. General settings will appear. ...
3. Use the keypad to enter your current passcode.

Where is my device settings?

On your Home screen, swipe up or tap on the All apps button, which is available on most Android smartphones, to access the All Apps screen. Once you're on the All Apps screen, find the Settings app and tap on it. Its icon looks like a cogwheel. This opens the Android Settings menu.

How do I get my phone screen back to normal?

Swipe the screen to the left to get to the All tab. Scroll down until you locate the currently running home screen. Scroll down until you see the Clear Defaults button (Figure A). Tap Clear Defaults.
...
To do this, follow these steps:

1. Tap the home button.
2. Select the home screen you want to use.
3. Tap Always (Figure B).