iPhone and iPad running iOS/iPadOS 26 and later approved by NATO for up to “restricted” level of classified data


Apple has confirmed iPhones and iPads running iOS/iPadOS 26 and later have been approved to handle classified information up to NATO Restricted level – the first time any consumer devices have been rated to such an extreme.

NATO’s Information Assurance Product Catalogue also lists eligible devices running the indigo configuration, stating that they provide secure access to Mail, Calendar and Contacts data. “Indigo doesn’t require any special additional software or settings beyond managing and supervising devices using a device management service,” NATO wrote, acknowledging that off-the-shelf iPhones and iPads are covered.

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