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Touch ID Stopped Working

I just used my iPhone 6 for Apple Pay this morning, and I sure I have been using it through out the day, I don't always remember because it has become so natural. But now it has just stopped working overall. Every finger I have set no longer works. I deleted a finger and went in to re make it and the instructions/fingerprint blue print isn't even showing up.


I have done the cleaning and restarting and switch it off and on in settings. I am not sure what happened the phone is in great shape and I am just not sure what else to do.


Thanks!

iPhone 6, iOS 8.4

Posted on Aug 1, 2015 4:32 PM

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Aug 3, 2015 2:20 PM in response to realmccoy44

Hello realmccoy44,

If your Touch ID is not working properly on your iPhone 6, follow the troubleshooting steps below:

Use Touch ID on iPhone and iPad - Apple Support
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201371


Get help with Touch ID

Sometimes, you'll need to enter your passcode or Apple ID instead of using Touch ID:


  • If you've just restarted your device
  • If your fingerprint isn't recognized five times in a row
  • If you haven't unlocked your device in more than 48 hours


  • If you've just enrolled or deleted fingerprints
  • If you're trying to open Touch ID & Passcode in the Settings menu
  • If Require Password is set to Immediately under Settings > General > Restrictions


If you still need help, follow these steps. Try again after each step:

  1. Make sure you have the latest version of iOS.
  2. Make sure that your fingers and the Home button are clean and dry.1 For the Home button, use a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off any dirt or debris.
  3. Your finger should cover the Home button completely, touching the surrounding metal ring. While Touch ID is scanning, you shouldn't press down hard, tap too quickly, or move your finger around.
  4. If you're using a case or screen protector, make sure it doesn't cover the Home button or the surrounding ring.
  5. Tap Settings > Touch ID & Passcode. Make sure that iPhone Unlock or iTunes & App Store is on, and that you've enrolled one or more fingerprints.
  6. Try enrolling a different finger.
  7. If you can't enroll any of your fingers, take your device to an Apple Retail Store or Apple Authorized Service Provider, or contact Apple Support.

1 Moisture, lotions, sweat, oils, cuts, or dry skin might affect fingerprint recognition. Certain activities can also temporarily affect fingerprint recognition, including exercising, showering, swimming, cooking, or other conditions or changes that affect your fingerprint.

Regards,

Touch ID Stopped Working

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