Unlike Android , where libraries like OkHttp abstract much of the complexity, iOS takes a more low-level approach to networking and security. This means one thing: You have more control — but also more responsibility. In this second part, we’ll explore how SSL pinning is implemented in iOS using two different strategies: Certificate Pinning ( .cer ) Public Key Pinning (recommended for production) Both approaches achieve the same goal — trusting only your backend — but they differ significantly in terms of stability, maintainability, and real-world viability. We’ll also take a step back and look at the bigger picture: When pinning makes sense When it becomes a liability And how it fits into a broader mobile security strategy Let’s dive in. 🍎 iOS Implementation iOS is more low-level. You’ll work with: URLSession URLSessionDelegate Security.framework There are two approaches: 🟢 Approach 1: Certificate Pinning with .cer This is what your teammate probably mentioned.…