How To Disable Face ID on iPhone X
Last updated June 16, 2021
When it comes to the all-new iPhone X - Face ID is arguably the most talked-about feature. After all, this is the first time you can unlock your phone only by using your face. Naturally, this is a trending topic since many users want to know how to utilize this option. However, we're about to tell you how to disable Face ID on iPhone X.
How To Disable Face ID on iPhone X
In case you ever need to temporarily disable Face ID on your phone, we are sure you'll find the following guide helpful:
- On the right side of your phone, you'll find the Side button. You can use it to activate Siri and input voice commands;
- To disable face ID, you need to press the Side button five times in rapid succession. This will trigger a new screen where you'll see a message that says 'Slide to Power Off'; On the bottom portion of the screen, you will see a big button with 'X' on it. Click on it;
- To re-enable Face ID, you will be asked to enter your passcode
Alternative Methods
We think that you'll find the method explained above to work without a mistake. However, we'd like to let you know more about alternative methods. Do any of the following things and you'll temporarily disable Face ID:
- After five failed attempts to unlock your phone using your face, you will disable Face ID for a while;
- You can press and hold the Sleep/Wake button and the Volume button at the same time to force restart your phone. This will disable Face ID as a precautionary security measure.
- The same applies to if you haven't used Face ID to unlock your phone in over 48 hours;
- Finally, Face ID will deactivate if you fail to unlock your phone with a passcode or at all in six and a half days and if Face ID hasn't been successfully unlocked in 4 hours. We that this is highly specific, but it's always wise to know how to use your phone in the best way possible.
Summary
So, how to disable Face ID on iPhone X? - You press the Side button five times in a row. That's how easy is it is to disable this option. To disable this feature permanently, visit the Settings app.