No, unless absolutely necessary
. The repair guys can access your phone even without knowing what your password is, so this would be a pointless move.
Should I give my password to phone repair shop?
Passwords to devices are absolutely necessary for technicians to do their job properly and to fully diagnose most problems
. Also in my shop all devices are to be fully tested before the repair, during the repair (while test fitting parts) and after the repair.
Can phone repair shops steal your data iPhone?
“However,
there's still that small chance that you're taking your phone to a place where a dishonest repair tech will snoop on your phone's data or even steal it
, so it really does pay to be cautious whenever you take your phone in for repairs,” Tomaschek added.
Can phone Repair steal data?
Not exactly steal
, but they could take out the newer one and put old ones. Also if they are unauthorised or your device is out of warranty, they could simply take out a necessary part, tell you that the phone was destroyed and they couldn't revive it. Though this is highly unlikely, it does sometimes happen.
How do I secure my iPhone before repair?
To protect your data,
erase your iOS device
. Remove your iOS device from your Apple ID device list. Remove the SIM card from your iOS device or iPadOS device if it uses one, and keep it in a safe place. If your iOS device doesn't use a SIM card, contact your wireless service provider to suspend service if necessary.
Can Apple repair access my data?
As part of the refurbishment process, Apple erases and reformats all hard drives to help address any concerns about data security or identity theft.
You might send your computer for repair when the hard disk is still working
—either the drive works intermittently or your hard drive isn't the issue requiring repair.
Should I wipe my iPhone before repair?
The short answer is “
no, you shouldn't erase your iPhone before screen repair
.” However, the complete answer would be “yet, you should save your data before handing your device to the repair shop.” And here is why Mr. Fix cell phone repair services always insist on our customers doing so.
How do I secure my phone before repair?
For Android users:
Go to Settings -> Security & lock screen -> Lock screen and then remove the PIN, pattern lock or any other stumbling block that you have added
. For iPhone users: You need to turn off the Passcode. Go to Settings -> Touch ID & Passcode. On devices without Touch ID, go to Settings -> Passcode.
Can service center unlock my phone?
Samsung Service Centers can unlock your phone by plugging in a USB cable no matter what security you use
. So this was my new samsung which had password and fingerprint as unlock.
Can phone repair shops steal your photos?
Originally Answered: Do phone repair shops look at your pictures?
They may not actively go through your content
, but if they find anything that may be suspicious or illegal, they will usually contact the Police and the phone will be confiscated for investigation.
Should I wipe my phone before repair?
Android users can go here. Any external memory cards can be removed from phones prior to repairs.
After phone data is safely backed up, users can then wipe the data from their phones
.
Does Apple need passcode to replace battery?
All replies
They should not require your passcode to access your iPhone to physically replace a battery
. If this is not an Apple Authorized Service Provider, you may want to take it to one.
How does Apple Mail repair work?
Send your product to Apple
Online or over the phone, we'll arrange shipment for your product to an Apple Repair Center — all on your schedule and without an appointment
. This service is available for most Apple products.
How do I get my iPhone unlocked?
Can Apple repair see my photos?
Nothing, as long as you got to trust them and can't watch what they are doing
.
Can Apple Tech see your photos?
Apple says it won't be looking at the pictures
. Instead, it will convert the image data into code called hashes. The hashes of your photos will be compared with the hashes of known CSAM images in a database. If the hashes are a match, Apple will be notified.
Can Apple see your iCloud photos?
You can see your photos and videos on any device that has iCloud Photos turned on, including your iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, Mac, Apple TV, or Windows computer
. You can also access your iCloud photos and videos in a web browser.
Can someone else take my iPhone in for repair?
Answer: A: Apple Store Genius honors the Warranty by checking the status of the device. They usually ask for the phone number of the person (you) who brings the iPhone in, they may ask for your friend's number too. So
you can take the iPhone to Apple Store for your friend.
How can you tell if your phone's tapped?
- Battery Issues. One of the main signs of phone tapping is that the battery drains frequently. …
- Mobile Data Usage. …
- Unwanted Ads and Apps. …
- Performance Issues. …
- Strange Messages. …
- Websites Look Weird.
