Trust root certificates for iOS

How to contact a third-party app developer and understand why they wanted you trust a certificate.

If you encounter any challenges with third-party applications, the best course of action is to directly contact the app developer for further assistance. Here's a brief guide on how to do it:

1. Identify the app developer.
2. Visit their website or app store listing.
3. Look for their contact information or support channels.
4. Clearly describe the issue you are facing.
5. Provide any necessary information they may need.
6. Follow their instructions and provide feedback.
7. Be patient and follow up if needed.

By reaching out to the app developer, you increase your chances of receiving accurate and personalized support for the challenges you're experiencing. To contact an App developer --> How to contact an app developer - Apple Support

Here are a few general guidelines about what allowing an app to install a trusted root certificate on your iOS device means for your privacy, security, and settings.

1. Root Certificates:
   1. A root certificate is a certificate that identifies a trusted entity (a Certificate Authority or CA) and forms the basis for establishing the authenticity of other certificates in a public key infrastructure (PKI).
   2. Allowing an app to install a trusted root certificate means that the app can make changes to the trusted certificate authorities on your device.
2. Implications for Privacy and Security:
   1. When you trust a root certificate from an app, you are essentially granting it the ability to intercept, inspect, and manipulate secure communications between your device and web servers.
   2. This can be used for legitimate purposes, such as implementing a company-wide VPN or secure email, but it can also be abused for nefarious purposes, including eavesdropping on your secure connections.
   3. It's essential to trust certificates only from reputable sources and apps you trust explicitly.
3. Access to Settings:
   1. Granting an app permission to install a root certificate may also give it elevated privileges to configure certain network settings on your device.
   2. This could include the ability to modify proxy settings, intercept network traffic, or perform other actions related to network communication.
4. Monitoring and Control:
   1. To monitor and control the root certificates installed on your iOS device, you can go to "Settings" > "General" > "About" > "Certificate Trust Settings."
   2. Here, you can review the list of trusted root certificates and disable them if you no longer trust the entity associated with the certificate.
5. Review App Permissions:
   1. It's crucial to thoroughly review an app's permissions and the reasons it requests a root certificate installation.
   2. Only allow this if you fully trust the app and understand its purpose for requiring such access.
6. Stay Informed:
   1. Stay informed about the latest iOS updates and security features.
   2. Regularly check for app updates, as developers may patch vulnerabilities and improve security over time.

The App Store now helps users better understand an app's privacy practices before they download the app on any Apple platform. On each app's product page, ...

App Privacy Details - App Store