It is possible to unlock Mac with Touch ID iPhone or your iOS passcode. There is a special program that allows users unlocking their computer with the help of Apple ‘fruit’ mobile device such as a smartphone or tablet. This tool you might like to use is called MacID. It supports iOS 8 versions up to iOS 8.2 [here is how you can install iOS 8.2 on your iPhone] which was presented this March. Apple is currently working on iOS 8.3 update, but this firmware is still available in betas only.

How to Unlock Mac with Touch ID

Step 1. Download MacID from the App Store. It usually costs some money, but right now it is free to get from iTunes. Step 2. Install the tool. Step 3. You have to make sure that your Mac has OS X Yosemite version. If you purchased your Mac in 2013, 2014 or 2015 you are surely good to go. Step 4. Your Mac has to support Bluetooth 4.0 LE option. Step 5. Use iPhone passcode to unlock Mac if you have iPhone 5c, 5, 4S or earlier model. If you own iPhone 6 Plus, 6 or 5S you can unlock with Touch ID option. Step 6. Wake up your Mac, authorize and unlock it right from the iPhone lock screen by entering the passcode or using your fingerprint. Everything is simple. This way you are able to distantly control your Mac, unlock and lock it. What do you think about remote Mac unlocking option?