Upgrade iCloud for stronger data encryption

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Most iCloud data lacks strong encryption, leaving it vulnerable to breaches and government access. Apple uses weaker encryption for many iCloud data types, including photos and messages, by default. Users can enable Advanced Data Protection for stronger, end-to-end encryption. Enabling Advanced Data Protection requires creating a recovery key and designating a recovery contact, as Apple will no longer be able to assist with data recovery.


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