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How to Enable iCloud Keychain for Passkeys on Your iPhone
How to Enable iCloud Keychain for Passkeys on Your iPhone
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Written by Nosa O
Updated over 3 weeks ago

Before you can create or use passkeys on your iPhone with Kuda Business, you need to ensure iCloud Keychain is enabled. iCloud Keychain is Apple's password and security credential manager that securely stores your passkeys across all your Apple devices.


Why iCloud Keychain is Required

iCloud Keychain is essential for passkeys on iOS devices because:

  • It securely stores your passkeys

  • It syncs your passkeys across all your Apple devices

  • It's required by the operating system for passkey functionality

  • It enables the authentication process when signing in with passkeys

Steps to Enable iCloud Keychain

Follow these simple steps to enable iCloud Keychain on your iPhone:

  1. Open the Settings app on your iPhone

  2. Tap on your name at the top of the Settings menu

  3. Select "iCloud"

    • This will show you all the services that sync with iCloud

  4. Find and tap on "Keychain"

    • You may need to scroll down to see this option

  5. Toggle the switch next to "iCloud Keychain" to turn it ON

    • The switch will turn green when enabled

  6. Enter your Apple ID password if prompted

    • This verifies your identity

  7. Complete any additional verification steps if required

    • This might include entering a verification code or confirming on another Apple device

Verifying iCloud Keychain is Working

To ensure iCloud Keychain is properly enabled:

  1. Return to Settings > [your name] > iCloud

  2. Keychain should show as "On"

  3. Wait a few minutes for initial sync to complete

Troubleshooting

If you're having trouble enabling iCloud Keychain:

  • Make sure you're signed in to iCloud with your Apple ID

  • Check your internet connection as iCloud Keychain requires internet to sync

  • Ensure your iOS is updated to the latest version

  • Restart your iPhone if the toggle won't stay enabled

  • Check Apple System Status to ensure iCloud services are operational

Additional Information

  • Enabling iCloud Keychain won't affect your existing passwords or accounts

  • Your data in iCloud Keychain is encrypted and secure

  • iCloud Keychain works with Safari and compatible apps like Kuda Business

  • Once enabled, you won't need to configure it again unless you sign out of your Apple ID

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