ADP significantly extends its protection to include information from iCloud Backup, iCloud Drive, Photos, Notes, and Reminders. If you do not enable ADP, this data remains encrypted, adding a strong layer of protection from third parties and malicious actors. However, Apple can still access this data and hand it over to the police.
End-to-end encryption closes that loophole. If an Apple employee decides to commit fraud, or if Apple is hacked and their files are leaked, neither of which scenarios have occurred to our knowledge, ADP will ensure that your data is protected. Guaranteed to be safe. This also means that Apple can't get your files back if you lose access to them. Apple device passcodes and passwords are the only route to unlock end-to-end encrypted data. Apple provides a complete and comprehensive description of iCloud's security and privacy features.
So, do you need ADP? If you want the most complete level of security and privacy possible, then yes. If you lose access to your account, Apple can't help you unlock your encrypted files, so make sure you have a backup method to recover your account (more on this later). I will explain). The default standard encryption that Apple has in place is already very strong, but ADP covers more data, making it difficult for Apple's data centers to be compromised or for the FBI to try to look into your iCloud files. It is safe when the possibility is low.
You should also keep in mind that this additional encryption limits iCloud access in your web browser (the web portal where you can access things like email and photos). You can also log in to iCloud on the web, but you'll have to confirm the connection on a trusted device (like an iPhone or Mac) each time you log in, and you'll have to reauthorize your link every hour. Browse for the file. If you use iCloud frequently on the web, you may find it convenient to not enable ADP.
How to enable advanced data protection
If you're ready to enable ADP, you can do so directly from your iPhone as long as all devices associated with your Apple ID are running the latest software and have two-factor authentication turned on for your Apple ID. You can do it. (If you haven't done this yet, Apple's website has instructions.)
If you're using an iPhone or iPad, open Settings and tap your name at the top.choose iCloudafter that Advanced data protection: A screen that briefly explains how the function works will be displayed. Turn on advanced data protection Just to do that. At this point, you will be notified if there are any devices connected to your Apple ID that are not compatible with ADP, and you will be given the option to “remove” them. We don't recommend “deleting” a device if you're still using it, because once you delete your device, it's no longer linked to your Apple ID and synced to your iCloud account. We recommend that you update the software on these devices to be compatible with ADP or replace your device with a newer version.