How to Protect an iPhone 11

Taking Protective Measures

1. 
   Enable the Find My app in case your iPhone 11 is lost or stolen. Go to the settings menu on your iPhone 11 and locate the 'Find My' app. Open the app by tapping on it and check to see if the sliding bar indicates that it is turned off or on. If it's turned off, press the sliding button so it turns green to indicate that it's on. If your phone is lost or stolen, Apple can track it to help you get it back.^{[6] X Research source}

   1. If you don't have the app turned on, Apple may not be able to locate your lost phone.
2. 
   Purchase AppleCare+ coverage to replace your phone if it gets damaged. Visit an Apple store, go online, or call the AppleCare+ phone line to purchase coverage that will replace your phone if it's lost, stolen, or damaged. Choose the coverage plan that is right for you and fits your budget so you can keep your phone protected.^{[7] X Research source}

   1. Search online for an Apple store near you.
   2. To purchase protective coverage for your iPhone 11 online, visit: https://mysupport.apple.com/add-coverage.
   3. Call 800-275-2273 to purchase coverage over the phone.

   Note: You'll need to be able to allow your phone to be inspected and provide a proof of purchase in order to purchase AppleCare+.

3. 
   Choose a random PIN code to unlock your iPhone 11. Randomly select a sequence of numbers or letters for the PIN code that unlocks your phone to make it more difficult for someone other than you to access it if it gets lost or stolen. Write down your PIN and keep it in a secure location, such as a desk at home or in your office, so you have it in case you forget.^{[8] X Research source}

   1. Though the iPhone 11 uses facial recognition to allow you to open your phone, if another person tries to access it, they'll need to enter a PIN code. Choosing a random one makes it more difficult for someone else to guess the correct code.
4. 
   Delete apps that you no longer use to reduce entry points for hackers. The more apps you have on your iPhone 11, the more ways a hacker can breach it. Additionally, if you rarely use an app, then it may not be up to date on it's security features, which makes it an even easier target. If you don't use an app anymore, hold your finger over the icon until it starts to wiggle and a small 'x' appears on the top right corner of it. Press the 'x' to delete the app.^{[9] X Research source}

   1. If you ever need to use the app in the future, simply download it again from the app store.
5. 
   Turn off the option to auto-join Wi-Fi networks to protect against hackers. Open up your iPhone 11 settings and select the Wi-Fi menu. Scroll down and locate the option to automatically join wireless networks. Make sure the sliding bar indicates that the feature is turned off to keep your phone from connecting to potentially insecure networks that could allow hackers to break into your phone.^{[10] X Research source}

   1. A data breach could allow hackers to take your personal and financial information from your iPhone.
   2. As a general rule, only join networks that you trust to reduce your risk of having your phone hacked.
6. 
   Download security updates to keep your phone up to date. Anytime your phone notifies you that there's a new software or security update, choose the option to download it right away to keep your phone up to date on the latest protective software. You'll need to connect your phone to a power source in order to download an update and it will likely take a few minutes.^{[11] X Research source}

   1. Outdated security software is much easier for hackers to target and breach.
   2. Apple is always developing patches that will protect your phone against the latest security risks, so it's important to stay current!