Fingerprint reader stops working after one day

the fingerprint reader works for 1 day then it does not work. If you reset the finger print it works for 1 day and quits


MacBook Air 15″, macOS 26.5

Posted on Jul 15, 2026 9:31 AM

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Posted on Jul 15, 2026 9:51 AM

FYI:

Use Touch ID on Mac - Apple Support


❝ If you have problems with Touch ID

...

  • If you still have to enter your password: For security, you need to enter your password when you start your Mac. Sometimes you need to enter your password to continue using Touch ID. For example, users must re-enter their password every 48 hours and after five incorrect fingerprint attempts. ❞



Please also see:

If Touch ID isn't working on Mac - Apple Support


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Question marked as Top-ranking reply

Jul 15, 2026 9:51 AM in response to bertpa

FYI:

Use Touch ID on Mac - Apple Support


❝ If you have problems with Touch ID

...

  • If you still have to enter your password: For security, you need to enter your password when you start your Mac. Sometimes you need to enter your password to continue using Touch ID. For example, users must re-enter their password every 48 hours and after five incorrect fingerprint attempts. ❞



Please also see:

If Touch ID isn't working on Mac - Apple Support


Fingerprint reader stops working after one day

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