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How to Lock an iPad?

You should always try to keep your things secure. If they aren't secure enough, others could easily access it. So if you doesn't want other people to access your iPad without your permission, you could lock it and keep it secure. Adding a 4 digit pin code to your iPad will help you keep it secure – especially if it's lost or stolen.

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This brief tutorial shows you how to lock an iPad and secure your iPad by requiring a pin-code to be entered before you can use it.

Guide: How to Lock an iPad

Step 1: Start out by selecting Settings - General, and then Passcode Lock from the right column.

steps for locking an ipad

Step 2: Tap the Turn Passcode On button.

how to lock an ipad

Step 3: You'll be prompted to enter a 4 digit numerical pin, and then again for confirmation.

enter a 4 digit numerical pin-code to lock your ipad

Step 4: If you want an extra level of security, you can turn Erase Data on.
Warning: If you enable this feature, all of the data on your iPad will be completely wiped if the incorrect pin is entered 10 times in a row. By default, this setting is disabled.

Now each time your iPad is turned on, you’ll have to enter the 4 digit pin in order to access any of your content. That's it, Isn't so easy to lock an iPad? Just enjoy your iPad and enjoy your life as you like!

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