Why does my iPhone frequently ask for passcode to use Face ID?

My iPhone asks for my passcode in order to use FaceID all the time. Not every time but at least 85% of the time

TODAY the count is 17


Why is this a recurring situation and what is the point of FaceID (and the added security) if I need to type my passcode to use it


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Original Title: FaceID wants Passcode

iPhone 14 Pro, iOS 18

Posted on Jun 3, 2025 7:21 PM

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Jun 7, 2025 3:39 PM in response to MrHoffman

That was a good suggestion, but I tried that and it did not resolve the issue.

I have very strict security settings, including ScreenTime app limits and Content Restrictions.

I think the issue may be there, because I had a limit on AuthKitUIService. I deleted the limit so maybe that was the problem. I have not yet spent enough time to tell

Why does my iPhone frequently ask for passcode to use Face ID?

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