On Android:
Disable OneDrive:
- On your Android device, find and launch the OneDrive application.
Configuring Access:
- To access the sidebar menu, tap the “Menu” icon (often three horizontal lines or dots) in the upper-left corner.
Locate and choose “Settings”:
- Proceed to the “Settings” option by swiping down.
- For it to open, tap.
Establish a Passcode:
- Search for the “Passcode” option.
- Perhaps it falls under the “Security” or “Advanced” category.
Transmit Passcode:
- To activate the passcode option, flip the switch.
Confirm Passcode:
- It is likely that a passcode setting prompt may appear.
- To achieve this, adhere to the directions.
- This could entail utilizing a biometric identification system, such as face or fingerprint recognition, or entering a PIN.
Verify the Passcode:
- It will ask you to verify the passcode you just typed.
Use biometric verification (optional):
- You may also be able to utilize biometric authentication instead of typing in the passcode, depending on your settings.
Modify Passcode Preferences (Optional):
- You might be able to further adjust the passcode settings in certain apps.
- For example, you may be able to adjust the passcode timeout—the amount of time the app remains unlocked after use—or decide whether to utilize biometric authentication in place of or in addition to a passcode.
Lost your passcode?
- You might have to reset your passcode through the app’s settings or go through a verification process if you forget it.
- Typically, this step entails utilizing your Microsoft account login information or confirming your identity with an email or phone number connected to your account.
Alter the Passcode:
- The passcode settings in the app are typically where you can discover the opportunity to update your passcode.
Remove the passcode:
- You can go back to the passcode settings and flick the option to disable passcode locking if you no longer want to use one to secure your OneDrive app.
Security Suggestions:
- Using a strong, one-of-a-kind passcode that is difficult to figure out is advised.
- Do not use popular patterns such as “1234” or your birthdate.
Regarding the iPhone:
Disable OneDrive:
- Find the OneDrive app on your iPhone, then launch it.
Configuring Access:
- Touch the “Me” icon, which is often located in the lower-right corner.
Locate and choose “Settings”:
- Locate “Settings” under the menu and press on it.
Establish a Passcode:
- Look for the “Passcode” option. Usually, it can be found under the “Security” or “Options” sections.
Transmit Passcode:
- To activate the passcode option, flip the switch.
Confirm Passcode:
- It is likely that a passcode setting prompt may appear.
- To achieve this, adhere to the directions.
- This could entail utilizing biometric authentication, such as Touch ID or Face ID, or inputting a PIN.
Verify the Passcode:
- It will ask you to verify the passcode you just typed.
Use biometric verification (optional):
- You may also be able to utilize biometric authentication instead of typing in the passcode, depending on your settings.
Auto-Timeout Lock:
- Your device’s settings may determine whether the OneDrive app automatically locks after a predetermined amount of inactivity.
- You can change this in the Display & Brightness > Auto-Lock settings on your iPhone.
Alter the Passcode:
- In the OneDrive app’s settings, you have the option to modify your passcode.
- See whether you can update or modify your passcode.
Face ID or Touch ID:
- You can opt to unlock the OneDrive app using Touch ID or Face ID, if your iPhone is compatible with these biometric verification techniques.
- Usually, you may configure this under the passcode settings of the app.
Lost your passcode?
- There need to be a way to reset your passcode via the app if you lose it.
- Usually, to do this, you have to use your Microsoft account login information or confirm your identity using a linked phone number or email address.
Remove the passcode:
- Toggle the option to disable passcode locking if you change your mind and decide you no longer want to use one to secure your OneDrive app.
Security Suggestions:
- I always recommend using a strong, one-of-a-kind passcode.
- Don’t use patterns that are simple to figure out, such “1234” or your birthdate.