How to turn off Face Recognition on Iphone

How to turn off Face Recognition on Iphone

Steps to Turn Off Face ID on iPhone:

  1. Unlock Your iPhone
    Start by unlocking your iPhone. Use your passcode if Face ID is currently enabled.
  2. Open the Settings App
    Locate and tap the Settings app on your iPhone’s home screen. It looks like a gray gear icon.
  3. Navigate to Face ID & Passcode
    Scroll down in the Settings menu and tap Face ID & Passcode. This section manages all Face ID-related settings.
  4. Enter Your Passcode
    To access these settings, you’ll need to enter your iPhone’s passcode. Type it in when prompted.
  5. Disable Specific Uses of Face ID
    Under the Use Face ID For section, you’ll see options such as:
    • iPhone UnlockiTunes & App StoreApple PayPassword AutoFill
    Toggle off any features for which you don’t want to use Face ID. For instance, if you only want to disable Face ID for unlocking your phone, toggle off iPhone Unlock.
  6. Turn Off Face ID Completely(Optional)
    If you want to completely disable Face ID, scroll to the bottom and tap Reset Face ID.
    • This action removes all saved facial data, effectively turning off Face Recognition for your device.
  7. Confirm Your Choice
    Depending on your action, the iPhone may ask for confirmation. Follow the on-screen prompts to finalize your changes.

Additional Tips:

  • Switch to Passcode-Only Unlock:
    If you disable Face ID for unlocking, your iphone will default to using your passcode for security.
  • Re-enabling Face ID:
    You can always re-enable Face ID later by going back to Settings > Face ID & Passcode and following the setup process.

By following these steps, you can customize or fully Disable Face Recognition on your iPhone to suit your preferences.

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