Keeping up with the tradition, like every year, Apple is back with its new release and latest iOS for all its existing models. This year Apple welcomed iOS, which made iPhone users excited since its all-new operating systems such as new widgets, apps features, and whatnot.
But just so your new experience demands more security and protection since most of these new features might get in the way of your iPhone’s security. So to make your task more comfortable, we had a look at the latest iOS and prepared some tricks and tips to save your device, password usage, and your data.
Let’s have a look.
1.Turn on USB Restricted Mode
USB Restricted Mode is said to be the latest feature that you are not aware of yet. This option protects the USB accessories that we plug in the device from maintaining data connections with iPad, iPod, or iPhone. This protects your device from ‘juice jacking,’ defined as malware that can be inserted into the machine and along with that, information can be stolen with the help of a USB charging port.
2.Turn on automatic iOS updates.
This feature is essential as updating your device and apps plays a significant role in maintaining the device’s security. This feature is not restricted to adding the new updates only but also tackles software vulnerability, which is a weakness or security hole in the software program or the operating system.
These exploits can quickly enter your device and infect them as hackers can easily take advantage of such weaknesses. So it’s better to check your updates are turned on or not and with that, avoid opening any message from an unknown source.
3.Enable Find My iPhone
This feature is known as Apple’s built-in tracking software. With the help of GPS, it locates a stolen or lost phone. Not only that, it has several other features like activation lock, due to which no other person can use your iPhone. A user Apple ID and password are required; without this data, no one can wipe out your device; no one can turn off this feature or reactivate and use your device.
4.Use a VPN on public wi-fi.
In this century, consider a virtual private network (VPN) a blessing. It is because a VPN enables you to connect to the internet most securely and safely, no matter wherever you are. It helps you in creating a safe and encrypted connection between a private server and the public internet. So a VPN with the iPhone is a must in all cases. It will act as a tunnel and encrypt the data you receive and safely transmit it to public wi-fi.
5.Disable lock screen options
The widgets on iPhone’s lock screen enable you to quickly access a few features like wallet, camera, Bluetooth, and wi-fi connections. Although they don’t permit full user access, anyone can still swipe any personal information and data with those features. Therefore it is advisable to disable the lock screen options.
6.Use additional encryption while backing up.
Keeping a copy of your sensitive data is essential; however, this should be followed by proper protection of that same data. This is why while you create a backup on your Apple devices, it is better to connect your computer and use iTunes. Set your iTunes to encrypt the backups, which will help encrypt your information, and for this, a separate password can be created.
7.Set a more robust device password
Just like most of the devices, iPhones also have a 4-character passcode by default. However, a password as small as four-characters creates more chances of being hacked. Therefore it is better change that and make a combination of letters and numbers as a passcode.
8.UseTouch ID or Face ID
A strong password must be accompanied by a second layer of protection, which can be in the form of either touch ID, Face ID, or both, is possible.
9.Monitor privacy settings
When we install apps that are needed for a limited period, they eat up space on your phone. It’s better to review such apps as they could pose a security threat on your phone. Moreover, these unwanted apps can also consume your battery and slow down its functions. Hence, it is better to monitor privacy settings properly to minimize such risks.
10.Set up two-factor authentication
Just like a VPN service, two-factor authentication is also critical today. This 2FA is a way of verifying your identity along with your account password. This double authentication adds an extra security line on your device. The two-factor authentications of two of the three things:
1. Password, pin code, or pattern
2. Biometric verification- fingerprint, etc
3. Mobile phone, ATM, or credit card as a key fob
11.Change your reused passwords
This is something new that will be seen in iOS12. The password manager of this device has an additional feature of password auditing. This feature will help you select a unique password quickly and audit all those already stored or used and inform you in case of any duplicates present.
12. Minimize screen lockout time
The more you minimize your screen lockout time, the more your device is safe. You must set you ‘require passcode’ option to ‘immediately.’ This option is will be necessary for anyone who picks up your phone, be it you even to enter the password even if you unlocked your phone 10 seconds ago.
Therefore, every new advancement demands extra protection from viruses or hackers, and here we have listed a few of them to save your device and make the most of the latest iOS 12.
