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IPhone setting: do this before your iPhone gets stolen!

Imagine this: you are sitting in a café and have your iPhone next to you. You take a few sips of your coffee and suddenly notice that your phone has disappeared. Panic strikes. Your iPhone has been stolen! But don’t worry, with the right settings, you can stay one step ahead of the thief and get your precious device back.

One of the most effective ways to secure your iPhone against theft is to prevent the thief from entering airplane mode. Airplane mode turns off all wireless communication on your phone, including cellular data and Wi-Fi. This can help the thief bypass “Find My iPhone,” Apple’s handy feature for tracking your stolen device.

Click on the video below. Or scroll to the simple guide to protecting your stolen iPhone:

Step 1: Go to the “Settings” on your iPhone.
Open your iPhone’s settings by tapping the cog icon usually found on your home screen.

Step 2: Scroll down and tap “Touch ID & Code” or “Face ID & Code,” depending on your iPhone model.
This is where you can adjust your phone’s security settings.

Step 3: Enter your access code when prompted.
This is required to access the security settings.

Step 4: Scroll down to “Access on Lock” and disable the “Control center” option.
This ensures that even if your iPhone is locked, no one can quickly turn on airplane mode through the Control panel if your iPhone is stolen.

Now your iPhone is better protected against theft. Even if a thief gets his hands on your phone, he won’t be able to turn on airplane mode without your access code. This means that “Find My iPhone” remains active. So you can track, lock or even wipe your stolen iPhone to protect your data.

However, it is important to note that no security measure is 100% theft-proof. Therefore, it is also advisable to use other security features, such as Face ID or Touch ID for unlocking, a strong passcode and two-factor authentication for your Apple ID.

With these simple steps, you can better protect your iPhone from thieves and maintain peace of mind knowing that you will be able to recover your precious device if it is ever stolen. Stay safe and enjoy your iPhone without worrying about loss or theft!