Re: [Fed-Talk] Apple Data protection on for all apps now?
Re: [Fed-Talk] Apple Data protection on for all apps now?
- Subject: Re: [Fed-Talk] Apple Data protection on for all apps now?
- From: Brian Almeida <email@hidden>
- Date: Fri, 20 Sep 2013 16:19:50 -0400
On Fri, Sep 20, 2013 at 01:07:44PM -0700, Shawn A. Geddis wrote:
> On Sep 20, 2013, at 12:35 PM, Brian Almeida <email@hidden> wrote:
> > Shawn,
> >
> > I was told a few months ago that this was only true on new app installs. Is
> > that still the case? If so, when an iOS device is restored from backup, since
> > it's reinstalling apps do they automatically get the higher data protection?
>
> Brian,
>
> Short Answer: Yes, but please allow me to clarify to avoid confusion.
>
> As most everyone on this list knows, I am a stickler for accuracy on references, so please allow me to restate a few facts to hopefully clear things up.
>
> More detailed Answer:
> • Enhanced Data Protection (Class Protection of Files) is only engaged when you have a passcode assigned to the device.
> • Default DP Class was first introduced to developers via the Dev Portal after the release of iOS 6.
> • Default DP Class is defined in the Provisioning Profile of an App (part of Signed App metadata)
> • Backups do not contain the Apps themselves, but rather references to the Apps for restoration
> • Restoring Apps, will pull the most recent version from the Apps Store (or Local iTunes Library - local backup).
> • Previous Apps posted on the App Store did not contain required Provisioning Profile Default DP content.
> • Replace “previous" Apps on device - delete and re-download the App from the App Store gives you default DP
> • Wipe and Restore device from iCloud would restore your previous data with the new Apps (with default DP)
>
> I tried to keep this short, so hopefully I was still able to make it clear enough for you and others.
Shawn,
Yes, this was quite helpful. Thank you!
Brian
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