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off this feature, tap
harmful app detection.
» Manage permissions for unused apps: Google Play Protect
automatically resets permissions, deletes temporary files, and stops
notifications for apps you haven't used for at least three months. To
turn off this feature for individual apps, tap
unused apps, then select an app and tap Pause app activity if unused.
Device lock
The easiest way to protect your phone is to lock your touchscreen when
you are not using it. You can choose the best method for you to unlock
your phone.
Screen lock
Find it: Swipe up from the home screen and tap
privacy > Device lock > Screen lock
1 Select a lock type:
• None: Turn off the screen lock.
• Swipe: Drag up from the bottom of the screen to unlock.
• Pattern: Draw a pattern to unlock.
• PIN: Enter four to sixteen digits to unlock.
• Password: Enter four to sixteen letters, digits, or symbols to unlock.
2 After setting the lock type, tap
after screen timeout to change when to lock after screen timeout
(except when kept unlocked by Smart Lock).
Tip: To change when your touchscreen goes to sleep, swipe up from
the home screen and tap
Note: You can make emergency calls on a locked phone (see
calls). A locked phone still rings, and you do not need to enter a PIN or
password to answer a call.
Unlock with your fingerprint
You can use the fingerprint sensor (see
to unlock your phone, authorize purchases, or sign in to apps.
Find it: Swipe up from the home screen and tap
privacy > Device lock > Fingerprint
Tip: You need to set a backup screen lock first such as a pattern, PIN, or
password before adding a fingerprint.
» Enroll your fingerprint: Follow the on-screen prompts to record your
fingerprint. When finished, tap Done, or tap Add another to add
another fingerprint.
» Add more fingerprints: Tap Add fingerprint. You can add up to 5
fingerprints.
» Remove your fingerprint: Tap
» Rename your fingerprint: Tap a fingerprint name, then type a new
name and tap OK.
, and then tap the switch next to Improve
for screen lock settings. Tap Lock
Settings > Display > Screen timeout.
next to a fingerprint to delete it.
Protect your phone
> Permissions for
Settings > Security &
First look
for the sensor location)
Settings > Security &
Emergency
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