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Hardware security
Secure software requires a foundation of security built into hardware. That’s why Apple devices—with iOS, iPadOS, macOS, tvOS, visionOS, or watchOS—have security capabilities designed into silicon.
Learn more about Apple hardware security
System security
Building on the unique capabilities of Apple hardware, system security is designed to maximize the security of the operating systems on Apple devices without compromising usability. System security encompasses the startup process, software updates, and the ongoing operation of the operating system.
Learn how Apple protects users with system security
Encryption and Data Protection
Apple devices have encryption features to safeguard user data and enable remote wipe in the case of device theft or loss.
Learn more about Apple device and software encryption and Data Protection
App security
Apple provides layers of protection designed to ensure that apps are free of known malware and haven’t been tampered with. Other protections help ensure that access from apps to user data is carefully mediated.
Learn how Apple protects users with many layers of app security
Services security
Apple has built a robust set of services to help users get even more utility and productivity out of their devices. These services include Apple Account, iCloud, Sign in with Apple, Apple Pay, iMessage, FaceTime, Home, and Find My.
Learn how Apple makes its services secure
To explore Apple Platform Security, select Table of Contents at the top of the page, or enter a word or phrase in the search field. You can also download the guide (where available).
Download this guide as a PDF
Apple Platform Security
Welcome
Intro to Apple platform security
Hardware security overview
Apple SoC security
The Secure Enclave
Biometric security
Magic Keyboard with Touch ID
Optic ID, Face ID, Touch ID, passcodes, and passwords
Optic ID matching security
Facial matching security
Uses for Optic ID, Face ID, and Touch ID
Secure intent and connections to the Secure Enclave
Hardware microphone disconnect
Mac on-screen camera indicator light
Express Cards with power reserve
System security overview
Boot process for iPad and iPhone devices
Memory safe iBoot implementation
Boot process
Boot modes
Paired recoveryOS restrictions
Startup Disk security policy control
LocalPolicy signing-key creation and management
Contents of a LocalPolicy file for a Mac with Apple silicon
Boot process
Boot modes
Startup Security Utility
Firmware password protection
recoveryOS and diagnostics environments
Signed system volume security
Secure software updates
Background Security Improvements
Operating system integrity
Physical pairing model security
Activating data connections securely
Verifying accessories
Automatically unlock Apple devices
BlastDoor for Messages and IDS
Lockdown Mode security
Additional macOS system security capabilities
System Integrity Protection
Trust caches
Peripheral processor security
Rosetta 2 on a Mac with Apple silicon
Direct memory access protections
Securely extending the kernel
Option ROM security
UEFI firmware security in an Intel-based Mac
System security for watchOS
Random number generation
Communicating emergency information using satellites
Apple Security Research Device
Encryption and Data Protection overview
Quantum-secure cryptography with Apple devices
Passcodes and passwords
Data Protection overview
Data Protection
Data Protection classes
Keybags for Data Protection
Protecting keys in alternate boot modes
Protecting user data in the face of attack
Sealed Key Protection (SKP)
Role of Apple File System
Keychain data protection
Volume encryption with FileVault
Managing FileVault
Protecting app access to user data
Protecting access to user’s health data
Digital signing and encryption
App security overview
App code signing process
Intro to app security for iOS, iPadOS, and visionOS
About App Store security
Security of runtime process
App protection and app groups
Intro to app security for macOS
App code signing process
Gatekeeper and runtime protection
Protecting against malware
Terminal and script protections
Controlling app access to files
Supporting extensions
Secure features in the Notes app
Secure features in the Shortcuts app
Services security overview
Apple Account security
Managed Apple Account security
iCloud security overview
iCloud encryption
Advanced Data Protection for iCloud
iCloud Backup security
Search on iCloud.com security
iCloud Private Relay security
Account recovery contact security
Legacy Contact security
Passcode security overview
Sign in with Apple security
Automatic strong passwords
Password AutoFill security
App access to saved passwords
Password security recommendations
Password Monitoring
Sending passwords
Credential provider extensions
iCloud Keychain security overview
Secure keychain syncing
Secure iCloud Keychain recovery
Escrow security for iCloud Keychain
Apple Pay security overview
Apple Pay component security
How Apple Pay keeps users’ purchases protected
Card provisioning security overview
Adding credit or debit cards to Apple Pay
Payment authorization with Apple Pay
Paying with cards using Apple Pay
Contactless passes in Apple Pay
Rendering cards unusable with Apple Pay
Apple Card security
Apple Cash security
Tap to Pay on iPhone
Access using Apple Wallet
Access key types
Car key security
Car key transactions
Adding transit and eMoney cards to Apple Wallet
IDs in Apple Wallet
Security of IDs in Apple Wallet
iMessage security overview
How iMessage sends and receives messages
Check In security
Secure iMessage name and photo sharing
Secure Apple Messages for Business
FaceTime security
SharePlay security
Nearby sharing security
Find My security
Locating missing devices
Continuity security overview
Handoff security
iPhone cellular call relay security
iPhone Text Message Forwarding security
Instant Hotspot security
Network security overview
TLS security
IPv6 security
VPN security
Security features when connecting to wireless networks
Wi-Fi security with Apple devices
Privacy features when connecting to wireless networks
Wi-Fi privacy with Apple devices
Bluetooth security
Ultra Wideband security in iOS
Single Sign-on security
AirDrop security
Wi-Fi password sharing security
Firewall security in macOS
Developer kit security overview
ARKit security
DriverKit security
EnergyKit data security
Communication security
Data security
Securing routers with HomeKit
Camera security
Security with Apple TV
NFC & SE Platform security
ReplayKit security
SiriKit security
WidgetKit security
Secure device management overview
Device management security overview
Managed Device Attestation
Attestation process security
Configuration enforcement
Automated Device Enrollment
Activation Lock security
Managed Lost Mode and remote wipe
Shared iPad security
Apple Configurator security
Screen Time security
Glossary
Document revision history
Copyright and trademarks
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