In the latest version of iOS 16, iPadOS 16 and macOS Ventura, Apple has added a new feature to operating systems called Lockdown Mode, which limits system functionality for maximum security.
Apple’s iPhone with the latest iOS 16 operating system can use the lock mode, which the company designed to protect devices from spyware. It appears that Apple added the functionality after its devices were targeted by sophisticated spyware like Pegasus to target journalists, politicians, activists, etc. worldwide.
Although not many users will be the target of such attacks, but for those targeted, especially in the US, the company has added blocking mode to keep users safe.
In this step by step guide, we will show you how to enable the Lockdown Mode function on your Apple iPhone with the latest iOS 16 operating system,
How to enable lock mode on Apple iPhone with iOS 16
Step 1: Open the Settings application on your Apple iPhone.
Step 2: When the app opens, tap the “Privacy and Security” option.
Step 3: In the Privacy and security settings, tap “Lock mode” at the bottom of the screen.
Step 4: On the screen that loads, tap the “Turn on lock mode” option.
Step 5: A pop-up will appear detailing what will happen to the device. On that screen, tap “Turn on lock mode” at the bottom of the screen, then tap the “Power on and restart” button.
That’s all. After following the step by step guide mentioned above, your Apple iPhone will restart. The reboot process is very quick compared to the normal reboot and when the device reboots, a system warning will appear which disappears quickly. When lockout mode is enabled, most of your personal stuff won’t show up even if those stuff aren’t deleted.