9 Not Using a Strong Password
Security should be a top priority on your phone. It has your contacts, credit card information, passwords, photos, documents, notes, messages, and more all right in your pocket. Additionally, it has access to your social media accounts and, in some cases, your home or car.
If you’re not using a password or passcode, set one. Don’t use something common like 000000, 123456, or 202020. This isn’t helpful. Use something unique that doesn’t have any obvious ties to you, if you can. Better still use a strong, alphanumeric password instead of a six-digit passcode.
Longer passwords that include numbers and symbols are best. But length is what makes a password strongest. Try creating a long, secure password (that you won’t forget) and then use your fingerprints or face to unlock your device.
The only times you’ll be prompted for a password is when your phone reboots, when you squeeze the volume and side button simultaneously (Emergency SOS), leave your phone unattended for a long period of time, or have too many failed unlock attempts. So it’s worth having a strong password and taking advantage of iPhone’s biometric features like Face ID or Touch ID.