Inverse

Your phone's PIN code is probably so bad anyone could guess it, study finds

If you have an Apple or an Android phone—and you probably do—you have the option of locking your phone using a PIN code. With most of these phones, you can choose a four-digit PIN or a six-digit PIN.
SlashGear

Easily Hacked Phone PIN Codes You Should Avoid Using (And How To Better Secure Your Phone)

Guess how long it would take a computer to brute-force an 8-number password. The answer: instantly. That's according to Hive Systems' Password Table, which shows how shockingly quick passwords of ...
Android Authority

Your Motorola phone has a secret way to make your PIN more secure. Here’s how to use it

A secure Android phone is a healthy Android phone. If you’re like me, the primary line of defense for your phone is a PIN. Sure, you may also use your phone’s fingerprint sensor or face unlock, but it ...
Android

Google account password can be changed with stolen phone PIN

Can bad actors use your stolen phone PIN to change your Google account password? Sadly, yes, they can, and recent reports have explained how this is possible. Some people might be aware of this threat ...
Lifehacker

How Do I Get Into My Phone if I Forgot My PIN or Password?

While I can’t say I’ve ever forgotten the password or PIN for my phone, I totally get how it’s possible. People forget things. It happens. While I can’t say I’ve ever forgotten the password or PIN for ...