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Apple iPad
Add / Remove Touch ID

2026-10-12 11:37:49.592

Apple iPad
Add / Remove Touch ID

Set up Touch ID on your Apple® iPad® for fast, secure access. Remove saved fingerprints when troubleshooting or changing devices.

Before you begin

Ensure a passcode has been set up.

Steps

  1. Open the
    Settings app
    .
  2. Tap
    Touch ID & Passcode
    then enter the passcode.
  3. Tap
    Add a Fingerprint
    then do one of the following:
    • For first-time setup: Place finger over the
      Touch ID sensor
      then follow on-screen prompts to capture fingerprint.
    • To add more Touch ID fingerprints: Place finger over the
      Touch ID sensor
      then follow on-screen prompts to capture fingerprint.
    • To remove Touch ID fingerprints: Tap the fingerprint name then tap
      Delete Fingerprint
      .
    • To edit Touch ID fingerprint name: Tap the fingerprint name, update the info then tap the
      Checkmark icon
      .