3 Settings Security Experts Say You Should Disable Because They Make You More Susceptible To Hackers

2FA/MFA

“Multi-factor authentication makes it much harder to hack your accounts,” Wilson says.  “The default is usually that MFA is off. You should enable it to be more secure.”

To turn on two-factor authentication on your iPhone go to Settings > Password & Security > tap on Turn on Two-Factor Authentication. 

Change Auto Download Software

“Devices often automatically check for and download updates,” Wilson says. “Disabling this would be bad. When a software company finds that it has vulnerabilities in its code it will send out an update. Not getting the update makes you more susceptible to being hacked. You should leave this setting enabled.”

Location On Photos 

“Location is often enabled on photos,” Wilson says. “If you then post those photos someone can find out where you took the photo. Stalkers often use this data to track down their targets. You should disable geolocation on your cameras or camera app.”