How to Disable Face ID on iPhone X

Updated Nov 07,2017 | by Niko

Face ID is one of the most watched features on iPhone X. Indeed, as the first iPhone model without Home button, iPhone X lets users unlock the device, sign in to apps, make purchases and etc. with the advanced technology – Face ID.

For iPhone X users, you have to give up Touch ID and get used to Face ID. Fortunately, Apple makes iPhone X Face ID more secure and efficient than Touch ID on the previous iPhone models.

But in some special situations, you may want to disable Face ID this facial recognition feature quickly to protect your personal information and privacy. In the following guide, we are going to show you how to disable/ turn off Face ID on iPhone X.

Before that, make sure you have already enabled Face ID on your iPhone X.

>> How to Set up and Use Face ID on iPhone X

How to Disable Face ID on iPhone X

You are allowed to turn off Face ID on your iPhone X temporarily or completely. Based on the specific situation, you can choose a better method. Ok, let’s see how it works.

How to Disable Face ID on iPhone X Temporarily

It’s quite easy to disable Face ID temporarily on iPhone X, and you even don’t need to go right into the applications or programs.

·         Rapidly click the Power button 5 times on your iPhone X and wake up Power Off/SOS screen

·         Tap on Cancel

Now, you have to enter the passcode to re-enable Face ID on iPhone X.

By the way, you can also follow the same steps to disable Touch ID on your iPhone.

How to Disable Face ID on iPhone X Completely

·         Go to Settings > Face ID & Passcode

·         Tap on “Use Face ID”

·         Turn off the toggle to disable Face ID

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