I am getting a security delay despite being at home
My phone is saying I’m in a unfamiliar location but I am at my home where I always have used it why is it doing this?
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iPhone 15 Pro, iOS 17
Stolen Device Protection Overview:
- Stolen Device Protection is a security feature available on iOS 17.3 or later.
- It prevents unauthorized individuals (who know your passcode) from performing critical device and Apple ID operations (such as changing your device passcode or Apple ID password).
- When enabled, sensitive operations require a Security Delay:
- First, a successful Face ID or Touch ID authentication.
- Then, an hour wait.
- Finally, an additional successful biometric authentication.
- This delay helps prevent unauthorized changes to settings that could lock you out of your iPhone or Apple ID account.
Enabling or Disabling Stolen Device Protection:
- To enable or disable this feature, follow these steps:
- Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
- Depending on your iPhone model:
- For iPhones with Face ID:
- Tap Face ID & Passcode, then enter your passcode.
- For iPhones with a Home button:
- Tap Touch ID & Passcode, then enter your passcode.
- Scroll down and tap Stolen Device Protection.
- If you don't see this option, ensure you've set up Face ID or Touch ID first.
- Choose one of the following:
- Away from Familiar Locations: Use Stolen Device Protection only when you're away from home or work.
- Always: Use Stolen Device Protection everywhere.
- To turn off Stolen Device Protection:
- If you're away from familiar locations or have it set to Always, a Security Delay is required.
- Tap Start Security Delay, then follow the onscreen instructions.
Why You're Experiencing It at Home:
- If you're encountering the delay even at home, it's possible that your iPhone's location detection isn't recognizing your home as a familiar location.
- You can try the following:
- Ensure that Location Services are enabled for the Settings app.
- Check if your home address is correctly set in your Contacts.
- Restart your iPhone to refresh location data.
Remember, this feature is designed to enhance security, but it can sometimes be triggered unexpectedly.