Set up Face ID on iPad
Use Face ID (supported models) to securely and conveniently unlock iPad, authorize purchases and payments, and sign in to many third-party apps by simply glancing at your iPad.
To use Face ID, you must also set a passcode on your iPad.
Set up Face ID or add an alternate appearance
If you didn’t set up Face ID when you first set up your iPad, go to Settings > Face ID & Passcode > Set up Face ID, then follow the onscreen instructions.
To set up an additional appearance for Face ID to recognize, go to Settings > Face ID & Passcode > Set Up an Alternate Appearance, then follow the onscreen instructions.
Choose when to use Face ID
You can use Face ID to unlock your iPad, authorize payments, automatically fill in passwords, and open password-protected apps.
Go to Settings > Face ID & Passcode, then turn on options below Use Face ID For.
Temporarily disable Face ID
You can temporarily prevent Face ID from unlocking your iPad.
Press and hold the top button and either volume button for 2 seconds.
After the sliders appear, press the top button to immediately lock iPad.
iPad locks automatically if you don’t touch the screen for a minute or so.
The next time you unlock iPad with your passcode, Face ID is enabled again.
Turn off Face ID
Go to Settings > Face ID & Passcode.
Do one of the following:
Turn off Face ID for specific items only: Turn off one or more of the options.
Turn off Face ID: Tap Reset Face ID.
If your device is lost or stolen, you can prevent Face ID from being used to unlock your device. See Mark a device as lost in Find My.
For more information about Face ID, see About Face ID advanced technology.