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Apple iPhone - Set Up Face ID

2026-10-22 16:04:22.904

Apple iPhone - Set Up Face ID

Here's how to set up your iPhone to use Face ID to verify your identity and unlock your iPhone.
  • Face ID lets you securely unlock your Apple® iPhone®, authenticate purchases, sign in to apps and more with just a glance.
  • The steps below apply to the iPhone X models and later.
  • For touch ID settings for previous iPhone models, refer to Apple iPhone - Set Touch ID Preferences.
  1. From a Home screen, navigate:
    Settings Settings icon
    Face ID & Passcode
    .
    If an app isn't available on your Home screen, swipe left to access the App Library.
    If prompted, enter your passcode.
  2. Tap
    Set Up Face ID
     then tap
    Get Started
    .
    The front and infrared cameras activate to begin face mapping.
  3. Align your face within the crosshair lines on your iPhone screen.
  4. Follow the directions to move your face in a circle for the capturing process.
  5. If prompted, do one of the following:
    These options are only available for iOS 15.4 or later.
    • Use Face ID with a Mask
    • Don't Use Face ID with a Mask
    • Set Up Later
  6. Upon successful facial capture, tap
    Done
    .
    If prompted, follow the steps to set up a backup passcode.