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Passcode Policies

Configure passcode requirements to enforce security standards on enrolled devices.

Passcode Settings Overview​

Passcode Settings allow administrators to define password policies that enforce security requirements for device passcodes.

Accessing Passcode Settings​

  1. Select Passcode Settings from side navigation
  2. Table displays all configured policies

Table Columns​

  • Policy Name – Name of the passcode policy
  • Minimum Length – Minimum characters required
  • Symbols Required – Special characters required
  • Numbers Required – Numeric characters required
  • Uppercase Required – Uppercase letters required
  • Lowercase Required – Lowercase letters required
  • Action Buttons – Edit and Delete options

Adding a New Policy​

Create passcode policies for different security levels.

Add Policy Steps​

  1. Click Add button

  2. Popup appears with six parameters:

    • Policy Name – Descriptive name
    • Minimum Length – 4-16 characters
    • Require Symbols – Toggle for special characters (!@#$%^&*)
    • Require Numbers – Toggle for numeric characters (0-9)
    • Require Uppercase – Toggle for uppercase letters (A-Z)
    • Require Lowercase – Toggle for lowercase letters (a-z)

  3. Fill in all fields

  4. Click Add Policy

  5. Success or error message displays

Validation Rules​

  • Policy Name must be unique (min 3 characters)
  • Minimum Length between 4-16
  • At least one character type must be required
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  • Create multiple policies for different security levels (Standard, High Security, Executive).

Editing a Policy​

Modify existing passcode policies.

Edit Steps​

  1. Click Edit button for desired policy
  2. Popup shows five parameters (pre-filled)
  3. Modify values as needed
  4. Click Save Changes
  5. Success or error message appears

Editable Fields​

  • Minimum Length
  • Require Symbols
  • Require Numbers
  • Require Uppercase
  • Require Lowercase
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  • Editing a policy affects all devices using profiles with that policy. Devices may prompt users to update passcodes.

Deleting a Policy​

Remove policies no longer needed.

Delete Steps​

  1. Click Delete button for policy
  2. Warning popup appears
  3. Confirm to remove policy
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Before Deleting:

  • Ensure policy not assigned to any profiles
  • Remove from all profiles first if in use
  • Deletion cannot be undone

Policy Examples​

Standard Security​

  • Minimum Length: 6 characters
  • Require Symbols: No
  • Require Numbers: Yes
  • Require Uppercase: No
  • Require Lowercase: Yes

High Security​

  • Minimum Length: 10 characters
  • Require Symbols: Yes
  • Require Numbers: Yes
  • Require Uppercase: Yes
  • Require Lowercase: Yes

Simple PIN​

  • Minimum Length: 4 characters
  • Require Symbols: No
  • Require Numbers: Yes
  • Require Uppercase: No
  • Require Lowercase: No

Using in Profiles​

Assigning to Profiles​

  1. Navigate to Profiles section
  2. Create or edit a profile
  3. In Policies/Restrictions section, find passcode settings
  4. Select desired passcode policy from drop-down
  5. Save and publish profile

Effect on Devices​

New Enrollments:

  • Devices prompted to set passcode during enrollment
  • Must meet policy requirements

Existing Devices:

  • Receive notification to update passcode
  • Must meet new requirements when changing

Best Practices​

Policy Design​

  • Match risk level with data sensitivity
  • Balance security with usability
  • Use descriptive policy names
  • Document purpose of each policy
  • Review regularly

Management​

  • Minimize number of policies
  • Test before deployment
  • Communicate requirements to users
  • Gradual rollout for stricter policies
  • Ensure IT support ready

Security​

  • Avoid weak policies
  • Update to meet evolving standards
  • Ensure compliance requirements met
  • Monitor policy changes
  • Maintain backup policies
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  • Well-designed passcode policies are fundamental to mobile device security. Regular review ensures ongoing protection.
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