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our computer is used by the whole family - however the messages app is private. Can I add a password to this app so it is not accesable to everyone who uses the computer?

iMac 24″, macOS 13.0

Posted on Mar 19, 2023 11:39 AM

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Posted on Mar 19, 2023 11:55 AM

Hi there!


You need to create multiple user accounts on your Mac: Add a user or group on Mac - Apple Support. Each user account can be protected by a unique password.


If you're sharing Apple IDs, I'd also recommend that each user have their own: Make sure that each family member has a unique Apple ID - Apple Support.


Jack

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Mar 19, 2023 11:55 AM in response to 2435Momsmac

Hi there!


You need to create multiple user accounts on your Mac: Add a user or group on Mac - Apple Support. Each user account can be protected by a unique password.


If you're sharing Apple IDs, I'd also recommend that each user have their own: Make sure that each family member has a unique Apple ID - Apple Support.


Jack

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