How to Enable or Disable Lockdown Mode On a Mac Computer
Lockdown Mode is an optional security feature available in macOS Ventura or newer that should only be used if one believes they might be targeted by some of the most sophisticated digital threats. With Lockdown Mode enabled, certain apps, websites, and features will be limited for security and some features might not be available at all. Please follow the instructions below to enable or disable Lockdown Mode on a Mac computer.
Requirements:
- macOS Ventura and newer
- Administrator account
Enable Lockdown Mode:
- Start by clicking the Apple Logo at the top-left corner of the screen and select System Settings.
2. Select Privacy and Security from the menu pane on the left.
At the bottom, you will find the setting "Lockdown Mode".
Click Turn On to enable Lockdown Mode.
You will be prompted to enter your password.
3. Select Turn On & Restart.
4. Your Mac will restart in Lockdown Mode.
Disable Lockdown Mode:
1. To disable Lockdown Mode, follow the instructions above to navigate to the Lockdown Mode setting.
You will now be given the option to turn off Lockdown Mode.
Select Turn Off and follow the prompts as needed.
For more information on Lockdown Mode, please reference the following Apple support article: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212650