In the new 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 running the latest iOS 16 operating system can use Lock Mode, which is designed by the company to protect devices once morest spyware. It seems that Apple added this feature following its devices were targeted by sophisticated spyware like Pegasus to target journalists, politicians, activists, etc. of the whole world.
Although few users are the target of such attacks, but for those who are targeted, especially in the United States, the company has added the lock mode to ensure user safety.
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In this step-by-step guide, we will show you how to enable the Lock Mode feature on your Apple iPhone running the latest iOS 16 operating system,
How to Enable Lock Mode on Apple iPhone Running iOS 16
Step 1: Open the Settings app on your Apple iPhone.
2nd step: When the app opens, tap on the “Privacy & Security” option.
Step 3: In the privacy and security settings, tap on the “Lock mode” at the bottom of the screen.

Step 4: On the screen that loads, tap on the “Enable Lock Mode” option.
Step 5: A pop-up window will appear detailing what will happen to the device. On this screen, tap on “Enable lock mode” at the bottom of the screen, then tap on the “Enable and restart” button.


That’s it. Once you follow the step-by-step guide mentioned above, your Apple iPhone will restart. The reboot process is much faster than the normal reboot, and when the device reboots, a system alert quickly disappears. When lockdown mode is enabled, most personal items are not displayed even if those items are not deleted.