The iPhone is the most expensive consumer mobile phone on the market and also holds personal data of great value to criminals. According to an article in the Wall Street Journal article, hackers are watching as users enter their passcodes and trying to figure out the code. This information can be used to reset passwords on Apple ID or to access all the data stored in iCloud. Apple is working on upgrading its software to fight these techniques. There are several ways you can safeguard your iPhone from app thieving.

Begin by setting a strong passcode. Regardless of whether you use Touch ID, Face ID or the numeric code with four numbers create a passcode that is as difficult as it is to guess. This is the first step towards stopping a burglar from accessing your iPhone and personal information.

Examine all apps that allow you to access your location services cameras and microphones on your iPhone. If you notice any suspicious behavior (for example, an app asking for access to your contacts list or camera) Remove these permissions immediately. Make sure you enable two factor authentication www.directionsoftware.org/ in the Settings app, as well as any other apps that allow it. This will stop a burglar from hacking into your iCloud account and downloading your personal data from the cloud.

A trusted security application can provide complete protection for your iPhone. Mobile Security by Trend Micro is one example. It analyzes Internet activity to detect harmful websites, adware, as well as protects your iPhone against identity theft through social media platforms, such as Instagram. The app also protects your privacy, and has advertising blocking capabilities to provide the most reliable protection. F-Secure SAFE is a top option for securing your iOS environment. The app comes with a complete security suite, including a vault for up to 40 photos and a password leak alert which will notify you when your email password gets leaked.