I recently received an iPhone 11 for work, and after the IT department updated it to software version 26.3, I keep getting nagged to set up Face ID. I absolutely do not want to use Face ID, not even on my personal devices, let alone my work phone. I've tried everything: I've disabled all the Face ID toggles, turned off the attention-aware features, and even checked that the stolen device protection is off. But no matter what, I keep getting prompted to set it up. Is there any way to stop these reminders, or am I stuck with this annoyance? Thanks for your help!
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I recommend checking with IT about this. Refusing to comply with certain security measures could potentially breach your employment contract, especially if they see it as a security risk for the company.
Unfortunately, it looks like you're stuck with those reminders. Face ID is part of Apple's security framework, and they push it hard. While I get your reluctance, it might be worth it to just set it up to avoid the constant prompts.
Honestly, just go ahead and set up Face ID. Your biometric data isn't going anywhere; it stays on your device in a secure area. Your company and Apple can't access it.
Just so you know, if you get a new device, it may have similar requirements. Biometric security measures are quickly becoming standard in workplaces. Consider that when looking for a new phone!
If your work is using updated security policies that require multi-factor authentication (MFA) with biometrics, it might not be possible to turn off those prompts due to compliance issues. You should reach out to your IT department for more clarity on the policy.
That's a good point. Sometimes policies are enforced by IT to ensure everyone is using secure methods of access.