How to Disable Handoff on an iPhone
Open your iPhone’s Settings., Tap General. , Tap Handoff., Slide the button next to “Handoff” to the “Off” position.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Open your iPhone’s Settings.
This is the icon with gray cogs on one of your home screens that may be in a folder labeled “Utilities.” If you’re not in the main menu of Settings, you will need to tap the back arrow in the top-left corner of your screen to get there. -
Step 2: Tap General.
, It may say “Handoff and Suggested Apps” in earlier iOS versions. , It will turn white.
Your iPhone will no longer be able to transfer your work in Handoff compatible apps to other devices that are nearby.
This will prevent Handoff notifications from appearing on your lock screen or on the dock of a Mac.
This will not stop Continuity of phone calls and messages between your Apple devices. -
Step 3: Tap Handoff.
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Step 4: Slide the button next to “Handoff” to the “Off” position.
Detailed Guide
This is the icon with gray cogs on one of your home screens that may be in a folder labeled “Utilities.” If you’re not in the main menu of Settings, you will need to tap the back arrow in the top-left corner of your screen to get there.
, It may say “Handoff and Suggested Apps” in earlier iOS versions. , It will turn white.
Your iPhone will no longer be able to transfer your work in Handoff compatible apps to other devices that are nearby.
This will prevent Handoff notifications from appearing on your lock screen or on the dock of a Mac.
This will not stop Continuity of phone calls and messages between your Apple devices.
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