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This wikiHow teaches you how to protect Venmo with a 4-digit PIN on your iPhone or iPad.
Steps
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1Open Venmo. It’s a blue icon with a white “V.” You’ll usually find it on your home screen.
- If you’re not signed in, tap Sign In at the top-right corner of the screen, then follow the on-screen instructions to enter your username and password.
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2Tap ☰. It’s at the top-left corner of the screen.Advertisement
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3Tap Settings.
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4Scroll down and slide the “Touch ID & PIN” switch to the On position. It’s in the “Security” section.
- If the switch was already on (blue), you’ll need to slide it off and then back on to reset the PIN.
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5Enter a new 4-digit PIN.
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6Enter the 4-digit PIN once more to confirm. Your new PIN is now set. The next time you open Venmo, the app will prompt you for your PIN or fingerprint (if you’re using Touch ID).Advertisement
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1. Open Venmo.
2. Tap ☰.
3. Tap Settings.
4. Slide the “Touch ID & PIN” switch to the On position.
5. Enter a new PIN.
6. Confirm your new PIN.
