Apple fans have been using all the new software these upgrades brought since iOS 17 became available for download and the iPhone 15 series was put on sale a few weeks ago. While some features are incredibly useful or entertaining to use, others, well, aren’t.
NameDrop is a feature that has divided Apple enthusiasts. While some fans appreciate how simple it is to give their contact information by simply raising their phone, others are concerned about how easily contact information may be shared, or worse, stolen.
On X (previously Twitter), individuals have voiced worries about how the feature can endanger users’ safety. For example, a number of women have voiced concerns about avoiding creeps in public places. Like when @ChanSteele asked on Twitter, “How do you NameDrop a false number? I’m requesting all women.
These worries regarding security are wholly genuine, so if you become concerned and wish to turn off NameDrop, continue reading to learn about your management options.
So is NameDrop dangerous?
The good news is that NameDrop isn’t always harmful. You may choose which details are shared when you NameDrop your contact to a different person, according to Apple.
When two iPhones are connected and the NameDrop option is displayed, you are also only given two choices. You have the option to Share or Receive Only, in which case you will just get the other person’s contact information. When you choose Share, your contact information will be sent and the other person’s contact information will be received.
So you have options if you accidently NameDrop with someone you don’t want to. You have the option of sharing only the information you want to or merely receiving it.
You can disable NameDrop if you still don’t feel comfortable using it, though. It’s crucial to remember that NameDrop is automatically activated when you download iOS 17 or buy an iPhone 15; therefore, if you don’t want it to be active on your phone, you must turn it off.
How do I disable NameDrop?
If you want NameDrop disabled for good, then you’re in luck. It’s pretty simple to turn it off.
All you need to do to disable NameDrop is:
1. Open the Settings app.
2. Tap on General.
3. Navigate to the AirDrop tab.
4. Once you open the tab, simply toggle the Bring Devices Together option off. It’s as easy as that. And if you have a change of heart and decide you feel comfortable with NameDrop and want to enable it, all you need to do is toggle the Bring Devices Together option back on.
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