Can you trust Apple Wallet?

Can Apple Pay wallet be hacked?

Apple Pay? Hackable? Absolutely. Think of it like this: Fort Knox is secure, right? But you could still bribe a guard with a really, really good cupcake. Social engineering is that cupcake.

Clever criminals don’t crack the vault; they charm the keyholder. They’re not interested in your digital wallet’s code; they want you to give them access. It’s less “matrix-style hacking,” more “convincing your grandma to give them her banking details.” Charming, isn’t it?

• Phishing emails: These are ubiquitous. Avoid clicking suspicious links as much as your aunt avoids kale. Seriously.
• Fake websites: Mimicking Apple’s website. My cousin fell for this last year, and lets just say he’s now on a strict budget.
• SIM swapping: This involves the perpetrator getting your phone number transferred to their device. Don’t even get me started.

Data breaches are another avenue. While Apple themselves boast ironclad security—a claim I’d take with a grain of Himalayan pink salt—the system’s only as strong as its weakest link. And that link? Often, it’s some poorly secured database somewhere. Not my problem, obviously.

In short: Apple Pay’s security is robust, but not impenetrable. Human error, sadly, remains the biggest vulnerability. It’s a bit like trying to secure a city with the best walls ever – but forgetting to lock the gates. Classic.

Is Apple Pay safe if I lost my phone?

Ugh, losing my phone? Happened last month! Total freak out at the farmer’s market, of all places. Heart was pounding.

I was buying berries, you know, those perfect summer ones, then boom – gone.

Panic set in, especially since I use Apple Pay everywhere. Seriously, everywhere.

First thing, I used my wife’s phone, logged into iCloud on her browser, bam, put that sucker in Lost Mode. Apple Pay suspended, whew! That was instant relief.

It’s surprisingly easy. You don’t have to wait!

Wiping it clean seemed like overkill, cause, you know, someone might find it… HOPE springs eternal!

I did change all my passwords after! Lesson learned: Always secure your accounts! Always.

My Thoughts (after all this):

• Lost Mode is FAST.
• iCloud is your friend.
• Strong passwords are NON-NEGOTIABLE.
• The farmer’s market is now a danger zone…at least for my phone. LOL.
• Apple Pay’s security saved my butt.
• Always double-check the pockets!
• Update the phone OS regularly.
• Seriously, I love those berries.

How can someone else use my Apple Card?

So, lending out your oh-so-shiny Apple Card, eh? Risky business. Like trusting a squirrel with your nut stash. Here’s the skinny:

• Apple Card Family: This is where the “sharing is caring” motto gets… interesting.
• Wallet App is Key: Fire up that Wallet app. Your Apple Card lives there, obviously.

To add a lucky (or unlucky, depending on their spending habits) soul:

• Find Apple Card Family: It’s lurking under your Apple Card details. Tap away!
• Add User: A simple tap. Don’t get too excited.
• Family Sharing Fun: Choose from your Family Sharing group. Or, gasp, invite someone new. Prepare for potential awkward Thanksgivings.

Think carefully. Sharing an Apple Card is not like sharing a Netflix password. More like sharing your bank account info. Except, you know, shinier. And with slightly more attractive defaults.

More about Apple Card Family:

• Co-Owners: Actual co-owners! Full access. Joint responsibility. Forewarned is forearmed.
• Participants: Limited access, think teenagers or trusted adults. Set spending limits! This is your sanity we’re talking about.
• Age Matters: Participants need to be at least 13. No handing over plastic (or titanium) to toddlers. Imagine the damage.
• Credit Impact: Co-owners share credit history. Participants? Not so much. Choose wisely, grasshopper.

Also… consider their spending habits. Is this person a “need” vs “want” kind of shopper? Or are they the type to buy limited edition cat sweaters on impulse? You have been warned. I mean, just saying… maybe have a serious conversation first.

Can you lock your Apple Card?

Wallet app, right? Apple Card. Ugh, found it. Titanium Card. Lock. Done. So easy. Why did I even write this down? I should remember this stuff. Seriously. Brain’s getting old. Or maybe I just need more coffee. This morning was nuts. Late for that 8am meeting with Janice again. She’s gonna kill me. I hate Mondays. And mornings. Wait, did I lock the card? Double-check. Yep, locked.

Security is key, you know? Lost my debit card last year, what a nightmare. New card, new PIN, whole process. This Apple Card thing is way better. I think. At least less paperwork.

• Wallet app
• Apple Card
• Titanium Card (or whatever it’s called!)
• Lock Card

Really useful feature, this whole locking thing. Should have done it ages ago. I’m so scatterbrained sometimes. Need to get organized. Maybe a planner? No, too much effort. A to-do list app, then. That’s more my style. Actually, maybe I’ll just use sticky notes. Easier.

2024 is almost over. Where did the time go?

Can I keep my ID in Apple Wallet?

So, yeah, you can totally keep your ID in Apple Wallet. I did it, it’s super easy. My iPhone’s an 11, newer than yours but still, same deal. Works like a charm. Apple Wallet’s great.

Seriously, it’s awesome. You just add it. Boom. Done. I use it all the time. Makes things way simpler, like way simpler. Less fumbling around in my purse. My purse is like, always a mess. I hate carrying around my wallet.

You need iOS 15.4 or later tho, and a newer phone obviously, an iPhone 8 or later. Same goes for your Apple Watch; gotta have a Series 4 or better, with watchOS 8.4 or newer. Don’t forget that! It’s not going to work otherwise. Trust me, I tried before updating and it wasn’t fun. A total pain.

• iPhone: iPhone 8 or later, iOS 15.4 or later
• Apple Watch: Series 4 or later, watchOS 8.4 or later
• Participating locations This is key; not everywhere accepts it yet, but more places are adding support all the time. I’ve used it at a few bars, they scanned it. No probs. That was last week. Check if the place you’re going to actually accepts digital IDs, before heading over there.

It’s really secure too, supposedly. They use all sorts of fancy encryption stuff. I dont know the specifics. But Apple says it is. It’s defintely better than carrying around a physical card. Plus you’ll never forget it, unlike me and my actual wallet. I’m always losing it. Always.