Automatically Delete Verification Codes in iPhone iOS 17
Have you ever found yourself cluttered with verification codes on your iPhone? In this blog post, we will guide you through the steps to automatically delete verification codes in iPhone iOS 17. By following these simple steps, you can keep your messages and emails clean and organized. Let’s dive in!
Step 1: Open the Settings App
To begin, locate and open the Settings app on your iPhone. You can find the Settings app on your home screen. Simply tap on the icon to launch it.
Step 2: Scroll Down and Tap “Passwords”
Once you have opened the Settings app, scroll down the page until you find the “Passwords” option. It is usually located in the middle of the settings menu. Tap on it to proceed.
Step 3: Unlock Your Phone with Face ID or Passcode
Before you can access the Passwords settings, you need to unlock your iPhone. You can do this by using either Face ID or your passcode. Follow the on-screen instructions to unlock your device.
Step 4: Tap “Password Options”
After unlocking your iPhone, you should now be in the Passwords settings. Look for the “Password Options” section and tap on it to continue.
Step 5: Turn on “Clean Up Automatically”
Within the Password Options, you will see a toggle button labeled “Clean Up Automatically.” Make sure to turn on this option by tapping on the button beside it. Enabling this feature allows your iPhone to automatically delete verification codes.
Step 6: Enable Autofill for Messages and Email
In order for the automatic deletion to work, you need to enable autofill for messages and email. This ensures that verification codes are deleted after they have been used. To enable this feature, go back to the main Settings page.
How to Recover Automatically Deleted OTP Messages
When getting verification codes from different websites or apps simultaneously, you might accidentally use the code on the wrong website. This means the code won’t work, and because you used the suggestion from autofill, it’s been deleted. But don’t worry. You can still get the deleted code back. See how below.
- Open the Messages app on your iPhone or iPad.
- Tap Filters on the top left corner (or swipe right on the conversations screen) and choose Recently Deleted.
- Select the sender you want to recover messages for. Tap on Recover.
Swiping right in the Messages app also reveals a bunch of smart filters, including Finance, Orders, Reminders, Promotions, and other categories. Here’s more on using these Smart Search filters in Messages.
Conclusion
Congratulations! You have successfully learned how to automatically delete verification codes in iPhone iOS 17. By following these simple steps, you can keep your messages and emails clutter-free. No more worrying about manually deleting verification codes. Enjoy a cleaner and more organized iPhone experience!
