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Ways to secure your Apple ID on iPhone, iPad, and Mac

Apple ID is your key to access Apple services like App Store, Apple Music, iCloud etc. In addition, it includes your contact, payment and security information that you use in these services that you can find if visit this site. That's why you need to protect your Apple ID. Let's see how you can secure Apple ID on iPhone, iPad and Mac.

1. Use two-factor authentication To make your Apple ID more secure, 2FA must be enabled. So, if someone else knows your password, it ensures that only you can access your Apple ID. A verification code is asked when someone signs in with their Apple ID and password on a new device. You will also receive notifications about your trusted devices.

Protect your Apple ID on your iPhone, iPad or Mac with 2FA by verifying at least one trusted phone number to receive verification codes via text messages or automated calls. If you created your Apple ID in iOS 13.4, iPadOS 13.4, macOS 10.15.4, or later, two-factor authentication is enabled by default. For more information, read our article on setting up two-factor authentication (2FA) for your Apple ID.

2. Keep Apple ID password and OTP private You may already know about password sharing and OTP should be avoided at all costs. To protect your Apple ID and all sensitive information, Apple requires you to use a strong password that has at least eight characters, including upper and lower case letters and at least one number. Remember that Apple will never ask for your account security information. However, when you contact Apple Support via chat, phone, or email, the representative may ask you to verify your Apple ID. When you sign in with your Apple ID, don't reveal your password, verification codes, or other account security information. Personally, I recommend not using your Apple ID password for other online accounts.

3. Don't share your Apple ID I know sharing is a concern, but it's a complete no-no for online security. Don't allow anyone, not even family members, to use your Apple ID. By doing so, you are giving someone else access to your account in a way that contains personal material. So if your account was created by someone else, change your Apple ID password to keep it safe. Learn how to reset your Apple ID password. Alternatively, you can set up Family Sharing to share App Store purchases, subscriptions, your family calendar, Apple Books apps, and more. Also, iCloud Photo Sharing is a great way to save shared albums.

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