If the current Lock Screen Password on your iPhone has been compromised, you can find below the steps to Change iPhone Password.
How to Change Password on iPhone
iPhone provides the option to Setup Lock Screen Password, which prevents others from accessing your device and taking a look at your Photos, Messages and Personal information.
If the Lock Screen Passcode gets compromised, iPhone provides the option to change the Password by going to Touch ID & Password Settings screen on your device.
However, you need to be aware that you won’t be able to change password, if you do not remember the current Password for your device.
If you do not remember the current Password for your device, you can refer to this guide: What to Do if You Forget iPhone Passcode.
1. Steps to Change iPhone Password
If you remember the current Password for your iPhone, you can follow the steps below to change the password on your device.
Open Settings > scroll down and tap on Touch ID & Passcode.
If prompted Enter your Current Password and tap on Change Password option.
When prmpted Enter your Current Password > On the next screen, enter New Password and Verify the New Password.
After this, you will be able to access your iPhone by entering the New Password.
2. Change iPhone Password from 6 to 4 Digits
By default, iPhone prompts users to enter a six-digit password. However, it also provides the option to setup a 4-digit password.
Go to Settings > Touch ID & Passcode > When prompted Enter your Old Password > On the next screen, tap on Change Password.
On the next screen, tap on Passcode Options.
On the pop-up that appears, select 4-Digit Numeric Code option
On the next screen, enter your New 4-Digit Password > Verify the New Password.
3. Set Custom Alpha Numeric Password on iPhone
You can also setup a Custom Alpha Numeric Password on your iPhone by following the steps below.
Go to Settings > Touch ID & Passcode > When prompted Enter your Old Password > On the next screen, tap on Change Password.
On the next screen, tap on Passcode Options.
On the pop-up that appears, select Custom Alphanumeric Code option
On the next screen, enter your New Alpha Numeric Password > Verify the New Password.
