Lock screen and security
You can secure your device and protect your data by setting a screen lock.
Screen lock types| Google Play Protect| Security update| Find My Mobile| Find My
Device| Samsung Pass| Secure Folder| Private Share| Install unknown apps| Encrypt
or decrypt SD card| Set up SIM card lock| View passwords| Device administration|
Credential storage| Advanced security settings | Permission manager| Controls and
alerts | Samsung Privacy| Google Privacy | Location
Screen lock types
You can choose from the following screen lock types that offer high, medium, or no
security: Swipe, Pattern, PIN, Password, and None.
NOTEBiometric locks are also available to protect access to your device and
sensitive data on your device. For more information, see Biometric security.
Set a secure screen lock
It is recommended that you secure your device using a secure screen lock (Pattern,
PIN, or Password). This is necessary to set up and enable biometric locks.
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From Settings, tap Lock screen > Screen lock type and tap a secure screen
lock (Pattern, PIN, or Password).
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