How to Remove App Store Password Entry
Remove the need to enter your password every time you download something from the App Store. If you install lots of apps onto your iOS device from the App Store you may find it a little bit frustrating that you need to repeatedly enter your App Store passwrd every time. While it makes sense when you are installing paid apps, it is especially annoying when trying to install free ones. A handy little utility called PasswordPilot. PasswordPilot securely encrypts your password on the device, and every time you go to install an app from the App Store it enters he password in for you automatically.
This is a real timesaver, and best of all there is a free version for you to try out. The paid version contains more features such as multiple accounts. This tip will take you through the process of installing and using PasswordPilot, which is available from Cydia.
PasswordPilot securely encrypts your password on the device"
- Open Cydia
The first thing to do is open up Cydia and let the store database update. Once that is done, click on the 'Search' tab in the bottom right. - Search for App
In the search box enter 'PasswordPilot'. Note that there is a paid version with more features as well as the free one. Click on the version you wish to install. - Install
Click 'Install', then confirm the installation. After the app has been downloaded and installed on your device, press 'Restart Springboard'. - Open Settings
When the device has resprung, open the iOS settings and scroll down to PasswordPilot. Tapping this will take you to Settings. - Enter Password
Type your password and return to the settings. Note that if anyone were to gain access to your device they could purchase apps without your permission. - Open App Store
Open the App Store and test PasswordPilot by installing an app from the store. It should install without requesting the password.
PasswordPilot: How it works
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Extra Security
As a quick way of increasing security slightly while negating the need to enter all the password, you could add your password minus the last letter or number to PasswordPilot, then just enter the last digit when prompted. - Password
PasswordPilot automatically enters in the password for you in the dialog box once you tap 'Purchase'. All you then need to do is press 'OK' and the app or game will install.
PasswordPilot Pro
The premium version of the app works for not just the App Store, but also iTunes, iBooks, Find My Friends and in-app purchases, making it very handy indeed. The paid version allows you to add multiple accounts, which is very useful if you share an iPad or iPhone with a partner or friend. It also allows you to set a master password, which will then work for all accounts.
