The Unexpected Bluetooth Setting You Should Stop Using On Your iPhone, According To Tech Experts

Bluetooth technology is the reason you’re able to exchange data between your mobile device and your friend’s mobile device — and who can deny that AirDrop isn’t one of the coolest features ever? But Bluetooth isn’t without its skeptics and concerns about privacy still float about when conversations about Bluetooth arise. As a wireless transfer model, there are always going to be security risks when using Bluetooth — but you can take as many steps as possible to secure your phone and still take advantage of Bluetooth’s benefits.

“Since iOS 13, Bluetooth is open to any sensors around the location that user is at, including the sensors of shopping malls, markets and scenic spots,” says Jesse Thé, president & CEO of Tauria, a B2B SaaS platform on a mission to make digital privacy the new standard. “All those sensors can detect the Bluetooth signal from your iPhone. Yeah, it sounds terrifying. So, here are my advice on Bluetooth settings in terms of security.” Thé spoke with SHEFinds.com about the unexpected Bluetooth setting you should stop using on your iPhone.

“If you are used to turning off Bluetooth in Control Center or the quick menu, you must beware that it’s turned off temporarily,” Thé says. “After a short period of time, it will automatically be turned on again [and can] be detected to unwanted sensors. Moreover, your iPhone will also automatically be connected to the devices you have in your paired connection history without your attention.”

Turning this off will prevent your phone from connecting without your approval.