How to Change Your iCloud Keychain Security Code on an iPhone

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Open your iPhone's Settings.

   Do so by tapping the grey gear icon on one of your Home screens or in the "Utilities" folder.
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   Step 2: Scroll to the fourth group of options and select iCloud.

   You may be prompted to enter your Apple ID password in order to continue. ,, If you don't see this option, you'll need to sign out of your iCloud account and then sign back in.
   
   You can do this from the bottom of the iCloud menu.
   
   Make sure you choose Keep on my iPhone when asked where you want to store your iCloud data (e.g., contacts). ,, You can also tap Advanced Options to change the properties of your security code to one of the following options:
   Use Complex Security Code
   - Create your own alphanumeric (numbers, letters, and symbols included) code.
   
   Get a Random Security Code
   - This option generates a long string of numbers and letters to serve as your security code.
   
   Make sure you write this code down somewhere--otherwise, you may not be able to access your Keychain data. , This will confirm your choice. ,,, This will leave your iPhone's passcode distinct from your Keychain passcode.
   
   Your iCloud Keychain security code should now be updated.
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   Step 3: Scroll to the bottom of the menu and select Keychain.

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   Step 4: Tap Advanced.

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   Step 5: Tap Change Security Code.

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   Step 6: Type in a security code.

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   Step 7: Type in your security code again.

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   Step 8: Enter your Apple ID password.

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   Step 9: Tap OK.

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    Step 10: Tap Don't Change Passcode.

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