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jemme34 Author

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Passcode vs password

What is the difference between passcode and password?

Posted on Feb 26, 2021 9:11 PM

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Chris0107

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Posted on Feb 26, 2021 9:18 PM

I would say typically a passcode is a strictly numeric code, such as when you unlock your iPhone using the 4 or 6 digit numeric code. Or an app lets you log in using a numeric code.

When you enter alphanumeric characters for things such as logging into your Apple ID, that is a password..

I'm sure there are situations where these terms are somewhat interchangeable

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