Factory Reset Protection; Google Account - Samsung Galaxy S7 User Manual

Google Account

Your new device uses your Google Account to fully utilize its
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Android features, including Gmail , Google Hangouts , and the
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Google Play store.
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When you turn on your device for the first time, set up your existing
Google Account or create a new Google Account.
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To create a new Google Account or set up your Google Account on
your device at any time, use Accounts settings. For more information,
see "Accounts" on page 197.
► From a Home screen, tap
Apps > Settings > Accounts >
Add account > Google.

Factory Reset Protection

When you sign in to a Google Account on your device, Factory Reset
Protection is turned on. Factory Reset Protection (FRP) prevents
other people from using your device if it is reset to factory settings
without your permission. For example, if your device is lost or stolen
and a factory data reset is performed, only someone with your
Google Account username and password can use the device.
You will not be able to access the device after a factory data reset if
you do not have your Google Account username and password. For
more information, see "Factory Data Reset" on page 202.
Caution: You should remove your Google Account before shipping your
device to Samsung or any other service provider for service and before
resetting the device to factory settings.
Getting Started 16 Set Up Accounts on Your Device