How to Automatically Delete Passcode Texts on Android and iOS

Privacy and security are paramount when it comes to handling passcodes, especially when they’re sent over text messages. To safeguard your sensitive information, it’s essential to automatically delete passcode texts on both Android and iOS devices. Here’s a guide on how to set up this feature:

For Android:

1. Using Built-in SMS App:
   • Open your messaging app.
   • Go to the conversation containing the passcode text.
   • Tap and hold the passcode text.
   • Select “Delete” or “Delete Message” to remove the passcode text from your conversation.
2. Using Third-party Apps:
   • Download and install a third-party SMS app that supports automatic message deletion.
   • Set up the app according to its instructions to automatically delete passcode texts after a specified period.

For iOS:

1. Using Built-in Messages App:
   • Open the Messages app.
   • Go to the conversation containing the passcode text.
   • Tap and hold the passcode text.
   • Select “More” > “Delete” to remove the passcode text from your conversation.
2. Using Siri Shortcuts:
   • Create a new shortcut in the Shortcuts app.
   • Add the “Find Conversations Where” action and set it to find messages containing the passcode.
   • Add the “Delete Messages” action to delete the passcode messages.
3. Using Third-party Apps:
   • Download and install a third-party app from the App Store that allows you to automatically delete messages.
   • Set up the app according to its instructions to automatically delete passcode texts after a specified period.

Note: Always be cautious when using third-party apps and ensure they come from reputable sources to avoid compromising your device’s security.

By setting up automatic deletion for passcode texts, you can enhance the security of your sensitive information and minimize the risk of unauthorized access to your accounts.