How to use a custom alphanumeric passcode on iPhone and iPad

Need to make the passcode on your iOS device progressively complex and secure? Peruse on for how to utilize a custom alphanumeric passcode on iPhone and iPad.

A six-digit numeric passcode is the default when you turn the feature on in iOS. you can also make a custom alphanumeric (or custom numeric) in the event that you'd like to have an increasingly secure passcode. Face ID (or Touch ID) permits you comfort in everyday use while a more extended custom passcode offers more prominent assurance if your device is lost or stolen.

How to use a custom alphanumeric passcode on iPhone and iPad

1-    Open Settings
2-    Swipe down and tap Face ID & Passcode (or Touch ID & Passcode)
3-    Enter your existing passcode (if applicable)
4-    Swipe down, tap Change Passcode (or Turn Passcode On)
5-    After entering your existing passcode, tap Passcode Options
6-    Choose Custom Alphanumeric Code

Here’s how these steps look:

As shown in the screenshots below, you can also use a custom numeric code if you don’t want to use an alphanumeric one.

Read more about passcodes on iOS devices in Apple’s support document here.