Why is there no button to turn on a passcode

The settings on my iPad don't have a spot to turn on the passcode on the device.

Posted on Mar 6, 2025 1:24 PM

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Posted on Mar 7, 2025 5:40 AM

Well, check Settings ➜ General ➜ About ➜ Model and Model Name to specifically identify the iPad and what iOS version it is running.


For an 8th or 9th generation, there should be a "Touch ID & Passcode" option in the Settings App.


click here ➜ Identify your iPad model - Apple Support


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