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Settings
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Biometrics and security
Options
Change the settings for securing the device.
On the Settings screen, tap
Biometrics and security
.
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Fingerprint Scanner
: Register your fingerprint to the device to secure the device or sign
in to your Samsung account. Refer to
for more information.
•
Google Play Protect
: Set the device to check for harmful apps and behaviour and warn
about potential harm and remove them.
•
Find My Mobile
: Activate or deactivate the Find My Mobile feature. Access the Find My
Mobile website (
) to track and control your lost or stolen
device.
•
Security update
: View the version of your device’s security system and check for updates.
•
Install unknown apps
: Set the device to allow the installation of apps from unknown
sources.
•
Samsung Pass
: Verify your identity easily and securely via your biometric data. Refer to
for more information.
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Secure Folder
: Create a secure folder to protect your private content and apps from
others. Refer to
for more information.
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App permission monitor
: Set to receive notifications when the permissions you select
are used by apps that you are not using. You can manage the settings of each app and
view their permission usage history.
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Secure startup
: Protect your device by setting it to require a screen unlock code when
turning on the device. You must enter the unlock code to start the device and receive
messages and notifications.
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Encrypt SD card
: Set the device to encrypt files on a memory card.
If you reset your device to the factory defaults with this setting enabled, the device
will not be able to read your encrypted files. Disable this setting before resetting the
device.
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Other security settings
: Configure additional security settings.