The Notes app on the Apple iPhone is a great resource for creating to-do lists, jotting down ideas, brainstorming, journaling, or writing private messages. So the last thing you want is for someone to access those notes without your permission. To ensure the utmost privacy and protect your precious notes on your iPhone, there are a few steps you can take to keep them exclusively for your eyes.
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To add protection for your iPhone Notes
If you open your Notes app on your iPhone, you may notice that some of these notes are shared on your iCloudwhile others are only listed under On my iPhone. The notes listed under On my iPhone is only accessible if someone gets their hands on your iPhone and unlocks it. The notes listed under iCloudhowever, is accessible from any of your Apple devices.
Before you start
Update your iPhone to the latest version of iOS by going to Settings > General > Software Update. If a new version is available, you can press Download and installto start the update process
Enable Notes in your iCloud settings by going to Settings >[ your name ]> iCloud . Then turn on Remarks
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Or make sure you use Remarks stored on your device. A Notes account that syncs from a third-party service, like Gmail or Yahoo, won’t include some Notes functionality and cannot be locked.
3 recommendations to protect your Notes
I recommend that you do 3 things to protect your notes:
Lock your notes on your iPhone
Enable Two-factor authentication
Activate advanced data protection for your iCloud account
You can lock individual notes created in your Notes app. (Apple)
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1. Lock your notes on your iPhone
You can lock individual notes created in your Notes app. First, you will need to set your password preferences to lock your notes on your iPhone.
Choose a password for Notes in the Settings app
In the Settings app, tap Remarks
Faucet Password
If you have multiple accounts, tap the account for which you want to set a password.
Then follow the instructions to either Use device passcode Or Use a custom password. If you choose to create a Notes password, set a password hint
If your device supports it, enable Face ID Or Touch ID
Set up iCloud Keychain on iPhone
You may need to enable iCloud Keychain also if you haven’t already. iCloud Keychain provides an extra layer of privacy and security for your notes. When you turn on iCloud Keychain, your notes are encrypted and stored securely in your iCloud account. This means that even if someone accesses your iPhone, they will not be able to view your locked notes without the iCloud Keychain password. To do this:
How to Set Up iCloud Keychain on iPhone
Go to Settings
Click on your Name at the top
Select iCloud
Faucet Passwords and Keychainand make sure it is enabled on
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To lock your notes on iPhone
Once you have set your password and authentication preferences, you can now lock your notes.
How to Lock Your Notes on iPhone
Launch it Remarks app from your home screen
Tap on a existing note Or type in a new note
Tap the options menu in the upper right corner, which is the circle with dots inside
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Enter your password, use Touch ID Where to use Face ID to lock the note
You will see a lock iconappears next to the note title indicating that the note is now locked.
How to open a locked note
Press the note locked
Faucet Show note
To use Face ID Or TouchID, or enter your password
Your locked notes stay open for several minutes, so you can easily switch to another note, copy and paste information from other apps, and more. If you close the Notes app or your device goes to sleep, the note locks again.
How to remove lock from your notes on iPhone
To unlock a note, press the note locked
Faucet Show note
Enter your password to use Touch ID Where to use Face ID
Tap the options menu in the upper right corner, which is the circle with dots inside
Then press To withdraw
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2. Enable two-factor authentication for your iCloud
Activation Two-factor authentication for your iCloud account provides an extra layer of security to your account by requiring a verification code in addition to your password. When someone tries to log into your iCloud account from an unknown device, location, or web browser, you’ll receive a notification on one of your trusted devices with a verification code to grab. This way, even if someone got your password, they won’t be able to access your iCloud account without the verification code. Here’s how to enable two-factor authentication from your iPhone:
How to Enable Two-Factor Authentication on iPhone
Open your Settings app
Click on your name at the top
FaucetPassword & Security
To light upTwo-factor authentication if not already on
Enabling two-factor authentication for your iCloud account provides an extra layer of security to your account by requiring a verification code in addition to your password. (CyberGuy.com)
FaucetContinue and follow the on-screen instructions
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3. Enable advanced data protection for your iCloud on your iPhone
You can also add protection to your notes by enablingAdvanced data protection for your iCloud account. This is a newer feature on the iPhone that uses end-to-end encryption to ensure that iCloud data in various apps on your phone, including the Notes app, can only be decrypted on your devices. of confidence. Here’s how to enable advanced data protection on your iPhone.
How to activate advanced data protection for your iCloud on iPhone
Open yourSettings app
Click onyour nameat the top
Then pressiCloud
Scroll down, then selectAdvanced data protection
Then pressActivate advanced data protection
FaucetReview recovery methodsand follow the on-screen instructions to review your recovery methods and enable advanced data protection
Another way to add protection to your notes is to enable advanced data protection for your iCloud account. (CyberGuy.com)
Something to know.Before turning onAdvanced Data Protection,you will be guided to configure at least one alternative recovery method: a recovery contact or a recovery key. With Advanced Data Protection enabled, Apple does not have the necessary encryption keys to help you recover your end-to-end encrypted data. If you ever lose access to your account, you’ll need to use one of your account recovery methods – your device passcode or password, recovery contact, or recovery key – to recover your iCloud data.
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Kurt’s main takeaways
Backing up your notes on your iPhone is crucial to maintaining your privacy and protecting your valuable information. By following these three recommendations (locking your notes, turning on two-factor authentication, and turning on advanced data protection for your iCloud account), you can ensure that your notes remain exclusively with your eyes, even in the event of unauthorized access. allowed. Take the necessary steps to improve the security of your iPhone Notes and enjoy peace of mind knowing that your information is protected.
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