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8. Be Careful with Your Location and App Permissions

Some apps want access to your location, photos, or other sensitive data. Make sure you’re comfortable with it:

  1. Go to Settings > Privacy & Security.

  2. Tap Location Services or Photos to see which apps have permission.

  3. If something doesn’t need it, switch to Never or Ask Next Time.

 

cyber security / avoid hacking

6. Update Your iOS

Apple often includes important security fixes in software updates. To keep hackers at bay:

  1. Open Settings > General > Software Update.

  2. Tap Install (if there’s an update available).

Pro Tip: Toggle Automatic Updates on so you don’t have to remember to do this manually.

7. Use Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) for Your Apple ID

Two-factor authentication means even if someone has your password, they still can’t log into your Apple ID without a one-time code:

  1. Go to Settings > Tap your name > Password & Security.

  2. Tap Two-Factor Authentication and follow the prompts.

Now when you sign in on a new device or browser, Apple will text or display a code on a trusted device for you to confirm.