How to Secure Your App Store Purchases with a Password

Learn how to add a password to protect your App Store purchases easily.

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To put a password on your App Store purchases, go to 'Settings' and select your Apple ID. Tap 'Media & Purchases,' then choose 'Password Settings.' Enable 'Require Password' under 'Purchases and In-App Purchases.' This ensures every transaction prompts for your password, protecting you from unauthorized purchases.

FAQs & Answers

  1. How do I change my App Store password settings? Go to 'Settings,' tap your Apple ID, select 'Media & Purchases,' and then adjust your 'Password Settings.'
  2. Can I require a password for free App Store downloads? Yes, you can enable the password requirement for all downloads, free or paid, through the 'Password Settings' in your Apple ID.
  3. What happens if I forget my Apple ID password? You can reset your Apple ID password by following the instructions on the Apple account recovery page.
  4. Can I set up Touch ID or Face ID for App Store purchases? Yes, you can enable Touch ID or Face ID for purchases in the same 'Password Settings' section.