How to Set Passcode on iPhone Apps

Apple came up with a feature called Screen Time with iOS 12. Using this feature, it is possible to add passwords to applications indirectly. In this article, we will tell you how to set a passcode on iPhone or iPad using the Screen Time feature.

Putting a passcode on iPhone apps is a must-do for every user who wants to protect their personal information. With the development of technology, phones have become devices that contain critical information, ranging from e-mail to credit card information.

You may want to lock these apps to stay safe. This is a perfectly normal request. To do this, you can follow the steps below.

1. Limiting Apps with Guided Access

Guided Access is a feature that allows you to cut off access to all but one application. When you enable this feature, you select an app. Once the feature is enabled, apps outside of that app can't be accessed.

You can use this feature when a friend needs to use your iPhone for a few minutes, but it's not ideal for those looking for a long-term solution.

To use this feature, you can follow these steps:

Open the settings.
Enter the "Accessibility" section.
Open the "Guided Access" section.
Tap on the "Password Settings" option.
Press the "Set Guided Access Password" option.
Enter the password you want to use.
Re-enter the password.

Again: From the moment you enable this feature, you won't be able to access any apps other than the one you selected.

On iPhones with Face ID, you can disable it by triple-clicking the side button and entering the passcode you entered when enabling Guided Access. On iPhones with a home button, you can press the home button three times and enter your password, and you can disable the feature.

2. End Access to Apps with Screen Time

Guided Access is highly restrictive. After all, you can't use any app other than a single app. The reason you want to lock apps is just to block your child from accessing some social media apps. In this case, a better solution would be to just cut off access to those applications.

You can end access to some apps using the Screen Time feature. To do this, follow these steps: