The iOS 17 update, which includes a wealth of new features including Contact Posters, Name Drop, and Standby mode to mention a few, was launched by Apple on Monday. A new privacy-enhancing feature that allows Safari users to lock their private tabs using Face ID is also included in the most recent versions of iOS and iPadOS.The Private Browsing feature appears to have undergone a modest revamp by Apple it is now accessible by just swiping from the Tabs screen, and locked tabs now display a warning that reads Private Browsing is Locked.Heres how you can use Face ID to lock Safari Private tabsAfter updating to iOS 17, when you open Safari for the first time, a window will appear allowing you to quickly lock private tabs behind Face ID security.Then, open the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad and turn on the Require Face ID to Unlock Private Browsing toggle under Safari in case you missed out.When enabled, Safari will prompt you to use Face ID or Touch ID to unlock these tabs even if your device is already unlocked, allowing you to lend your phone or tablet to someone else without worrying about whether they will be able to see your private tabs.
