This iOS 16 feature will make your iPhone password even more SECURE

Do you fear that your iPhone password has been compromised? Know how to find out and change it too.

If you need to ensure that your iPhone is fully secured, just check this list of compromised passwords now. (Unsplash)

Have you ever worried about your iPhone password getting leaked? If yes, then this iOS 16 update brings relief for you! When you have multiple accounts to keep secured with passwords, there is a possibility that you may have used a common password or an easy-to-remember password to keep your accounts access at your fingertips. But thanks to the iOS 16 update, you can breathe a little easier now. Apple says when you create and store your own passwords for websites and apps, your iPhone automatically identifies common weaknesses. The iPhone can also securely monitor your passwords and alert you if they appear in known data leaks.

First, know how to check if you have any compromised passwords on your iPhone in simple steps. If you find any compromised password, then you should change it right now. Know how to change weak or compromised passwords on iPhone.

Know how to check compromised passwords on iPhone

• Open Settings app on your iPhone.
• Then tap the Passwords option and then follow up with the Security Recommendations.
• If you have any compromised passwords, the iPhone will pop up a message that explains which of the passwords should be changed.
• This will also tell you why you should change your password, such as using the same password for multiple accounts. Apple will tell you to keep it unique.

How to change weak or compromised passwords on iPhone

Step 1:

Go to Settings and then Passwords. Here you will find Security Recommendations.

Step 2:

If an account has a weak or compromised password, a message explains the problem. Then tap an account.

Step 3:

Tap the Password field, then tap Copy Password, so you can paste it where it’s requested—for example, when you create a new password and you’re asked to enter your old password.

Step 4:

Tap Change Password, then change your password on the website or in the app. 

Step 5:

Sometimes, you will be able to change the password from this section only. However, most of the time, you will have to change it to the account management section. In that case, a button that reads Change Password on the Website will be available.