al0007

Q: passwords and security

I have an iMac, two iPads and a macbook, I am concerned about password security

 

I use key chain

 

To log into an iPad is only 4 digit security

 

I am worried once someone has opened an iPad they have autofill on passwords

 

How do i restrict my keychain password memory to only my iMac and my macbook

iMac (27-inch, Late 2013)

Posted on Oct 6, 2015 11:03 PM

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  • by alex_h1,

    alex_h1 alex_h1 Oct 7, 2015 6:47 AM in response to al0007
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    Oct 7, 2015 6:47 AM in response to al0007

    Hello al0007,

    Thanks for using Apple Support Communities.

     

    I see you have some questions concerning security on your iPad with iCloud Keychain.  First of all if your iPad has iOS 9 installed, you make it more difficult for someone to gain access to it by increasing the passcode to either 6 characters or an alphanumeric passcode:

     

    Change your passcode or passcode settings

    To change your passcode or passcode settings, go to Settings > Touch ID & Passcode. On devices without Touch ID, go to Settings > Passcode.

    You'll find several settings and options:

    • Turn Passcode Off.
    • Change your passcode. Enter a new, six-digit passcode. Or tap Passcode Options to switch to a four-digit numeric code, a custom numeric code, or a custom alphanumeric code.
    • Require Passcode—Immediately: By default, as soon as you lock your screen, you'll need to enter your passcode to unlock it. If you don't want to need your passcode immediately, change this setting.
    • Allow Access When Locked: Allow access to some features when your device is locked, including Notifications ViewSiri, and Control Center.
    • Erase Data: Choose whether to erase your device automatically after ten failed passcode attempts.

    Use a passcode with your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support

     

    Passcode tips

    Use these passcode settings to maximize passcode security:

    • Set Require Passcode to Immediately.
    • Disable Simple Passcode to use longer, alphanumeric passcodes.
    • Enable Erase Data to automatically erase the device after ten failed passcode attempts.

    iOS: Understanding data protection - Apple Support

     

    However if you want to totally eliminate any chance of someone having access to your iCloud Keychain, then simply disable that option in your iCloud settings.

     

    iCloud: Change iCloud feature settings

     

    Cheers.