Security - Samsung Galaxy TAB S User Manual

Security

Secure your device and protect
your data with Security settings.
Device Administration
Manage your device administrators and application
installation privileges.
1. From a Home screen, tap
Settings > GENERAL tab.
2. Tap Security for options:
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Device administrators: Add or remove device
administrators.
•
Unknown sources: Enable installation of
non-Google Play applications.
Warning:
Enabling installation of third-party
applications can cause your device and personal data
to be more vulnerable to attacks by unknown sources.
Encryption
Require a numeric PIN or password to decrypt your
device each time you power it on or encrypt the
data on a memory card (not included) each time it is
connected.
1. From a Home screen, tap
Settings > GENERAL tab.
2. Tap Security for options:
•
Tap Encrypt device and follow the prompts to
encrypt all data on your device.
•
Tap Encrypt external SD card to encrypt data
on a memory card (not included).
Settings
Apps >
Apps >
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Find My Mobile
Protect your device from loss or theft allowing your
device to be locked, tracked, and for your data to be
deleted remotely.
Note: You must sign up for a Samsung account
and enable Google location service to use Remote
controls.
1. From a Home screen, tap
2. Tap Security for options:
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Remote controls: Lock and erase your data
remotely if your device is lost or stolen.
•
SIM change alert: Create an alert message
and enter another phone number to receive
the alert if your SIM card is changed.
•
Go to website: Direct link to the Find my
Mobile website.
•
Reactivation lock: Use your Samsung
account to prevent anyone from reactivating
your device.
Factory Data Reset Password
Use this option to set up your password when one is
first required or change your current password.
1. From a Home screen, tap
Settings > GENERAL tab.
2. Tap Security > Set up/change password.
3. Enter a new password and tap Confirm.
4. Enter the new password again and tap Confirm.
Apps >
Apps >
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