Based on the provided reference, while you cannot lock the entire Apple Wallet application itself with a separate password beyond your device's security (Face ID, Touch ID, or passcode), you can lock specific cards within it, such as your Apple Card.
Locking Cards Within Apple Wallet
The primary method described in the reference focuses on securing individual payment cards like the Apple Card if they are lost or stolen. This prevents unauthorized use of that specific card.
How to Lock Your Apple Card
According to the reference, locking your physical Apple Card (the Titanium Card) within the Wallet app is a simple process:
- Open the Wallet app on your iPhone.
- Tap on your Apple Card.
- Scroll down to find the Titanium Card section.
- Tap on Lock Card.
This action will prevent the physical Titanium Card from being used for new purchases. Note that this action typically affects the physical card and doesn't necessarily disable the card for online use or within the Wallet app for tap-to-pay, unless specified otherwise by Apple's terms for locking.
Why Lock a Card?
Locking a specific card is a security measure primarily used if your physical card is lost or stolen. It provides peace of mind by immediately stopping anyone who finds your card from using it for transactions. You can usually unlock the card through the same steps if you find it again.
While the Apple Wallet app itself is protected by your iPhone's standard security measures (passcode, Face ID, or Touch ID required to open the device), the ability to lock individual cards provides an additional layer of control over your payment methods in case of physical card compromise.
