Touch Apple ID is not working

Touch Apple ID is not working

iPhone 6, iOS 12

Posted on Jun 26, 2024 12:16 AM

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Posted on Jun 26, 2024 2:21 AM

Are you suggesting that your registered fingerprint(s) are being actively rejected - or that the TouchID sensor simply doesn't work at all? Something else?


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Some users just have difficulty using TouchID. The causes for of TouchID being unreliable for some users - and not others - are many. Whilst not an exhaustive list, possibilities include:


  • Very high humidity (“sweaty” fingers)
  • Very low humidity (excessively dry skin)
  • Poor fingerprint ridge-detail (excessive hand washing - or exposure to abrasive material, damaging fingerprint detail)
  • Physical injury (cuts or splits to the fingertip)


If you have naturally dry skin, try using a “light” (non greasy) and easily absorbed skin moisturiser.


Should difficulties persist, you would be best advised to seek assistance directly from Apple Support. You can contact the Support Team using the Support link at top-right or bottom-left of this page.


Alternatively, you can initiate and manage your support cases from Apple devices using the excellent Apple Support App. If not already installed, the App can be downloaded from the App Store:

https://apps.apple.com/app/apple-support/id1130498044


You might also visit the Genius Bar at your local Apple Store or Apple Authorised Service Provider (AASP) - where the technicians will be able to test and assess your iPad for faults:

Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple

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Jun 26, 2024 2:21 AM in response to zanele214

Are you suggesting that your registered fingerprint(s) are being actively rejected - or that the TouchID sensor simply doesn't work at all? Something else?


Start here >>>


Some users just have difficulty using TouchID. The causes for of TouchID being unreliable for some users - and not others - are many. Whilst not an exhaustive list, possibilities include:


  • Very high humidity (“sweaty” fingers)
  • Very low humidity (excessively dry skin)
  • Poor fingerprint ridge-detail (excessive hand washing - or exposure to abrasive material, damaging fingerprint detail)
  • Physical injury (cuts or splits to the fingertip)


If you have naturally dry skin, try using a “light” (non greasy) and easily absorbed skin moisturiser.


Should difficulties persist, you would be best advised to seek assistance directly from Apple Support. You can contact the Support Team using the Support link at top-right or bottom-left of this page.


Alternatively, you can initiate and manage your support cases from Apple devices using the excellent Apple Support App. If not already installed, the App can be downloaded from the App Store:

https://apps.apple.com/app/apple-support/id1130498044


You might also visit the Genius Bar at your local Apple Store or Apple Authorised Service Provider (AASP) - where the technicians will be able to test and assess your iPad for faults:

Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple

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