Samsung Galaxy S10 5G - Encrypt or decrypt SD card; Password for factory data reset

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Encrypt or decrypt SD card
You can encrypt your optional memory card (not included) to protect its data (Galaxy
S10e, Galaxy S10, and Galaxy S10+ only). This only allows the SD card information to be
accessed from your device with a password.
1.
From
Settings, tap
Biometrics and security > Encrypt or decrypt SD card.
2. Tap Encrypt SD card and follow the prompts to encrypt all data on your memory
card.
NOTE Performing a Factory data reset on your device prevents it from accessing
an encrypted SD card. Before initiating a Factory data reset, make sure to
decrypt the installed SD card first.
Decrypt SD card
You can decrypt an optional memory card (not included) if it was encrypted by this
device. You may want to decrypt the memory card if you plan to use it with another
device or before performing a Factory data reset.
1.
From
Settings, tap
Biometrics and security > Encrypt or decrypt SD card.
2. Tap Decrypt SD card and follow the prompts to decrypt all data on your memory
card.
Password for factory data reset
You can require a password to reset your device to factory default settings. Options
may vary by carrier.
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From Settings, tap Biometrics and security > Other security settings >
Set up/change password and enter a password.