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Configure Passcode Settings Profile

The Passcode Policy profile allows administrators to establish and enforce specific passcode rules on the enrolled devices. This functionality provides a robust way to enhance device security by setting requirements for passcode complexity, length, and other criteria. Passcode policies enable administrators to enforce strict security standards, reducing the risk of unauthorized access and data breaches. 

To enforce passcode policy on the enrolled device(s), follow these steps:

  1. Navigate to SureMDM Web Console > Profiles > iOS/iPadOS > Add > Passcode Policy > Configure.

  2. Enter a Profile Name.

  3. Configure the following Passcode Policy settings and click Save.

  • Require Passcode - Enables the users to forcibly set the passcode.

  • Allow Simple Value - Allow to use repeating, ascending, and descending character sequences.

  • Require Alphanumeric Value - Ensures the passcode contains one letter and one number.

  • Minimum Password Length - Select a value (in number) that specifies the smallest number of characters allowed for a passcode.

  • Minimum Number of Complex Characters - Select a value (in number) that specifies the smallest number of non-alphanumeric characters allowed for a passcode.

  • Maximum Passcode Age (1-730 Days, or None) - Select a value (in days). After the days specified, the passcode must be changed.

  • Maximum Auto-Lock - Period of inactivity before the devices’ screen locks automatically.

  • Passcode History (1-50 Passcodes or None) - Select a value (in numbers) for number of unique passcodes before reuse.

  • Maximum Grace Period for Lock Period - Longest device grace period available to the user.

  • Maximum Number of  Failed Attempts - Number of attempts allowed before all the date on the device will be erased. The number of attempts allowed before all the date on the device will be erased.

    The newly created profile will be listed in the Profiles section.

  1. Go back to the Home tab and select the iOS/iPadOS device(s) or group(s).

  2. Click Apply to launch the Apply Job/Profile To Device prompt.

  3. Select the profile under All Jobs/Profiles.

  4. Click Apply in the Apply/Profile To Device prompt.