Settings
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Lock screen and security
Change the settings for securing the device and the SIM or USIM card.
On the Settings screen, tap
Lock screen and security
.
The available options may vary depending on the screen lock method selected.
•
Screen lock type
: Change the screen lock method.
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Show information
: Change settings for the items displayed on the locked screen.
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Unlock effect
: Select an effect that you see when you unlock the screen.
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Device security
: Check the device’s security status and scan the device for malware.
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Find My Mobile
: Activate or deactivate the Find My Mobile feature. This feature can
help you locate your device if it is lost or stolen. You can also access the Find my mobile
website (
findmymobile.samsung.com
) to track and control your lost or stolen device.
•
Unknown sources
: Set the device to allow the installation of apps from unknown
sources.
•
Other security settings
: Configure additional security settings.
Privacy and safety
Options
Change the settings for maintaining your privacy and safety.
On the Settings screen, tap
Privacy and safety
.
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Location
: Change settings for location information permissions.
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Report diagnostic info
: Set the device to automatically send the device’s diagnostic and
usage information to Samsung.
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Send SOS messages
: Set the device to send help messages by pressing the Power
key three times. You can also send sound recordings along with the message to the
recipients. Refer to
Send SOS messages
for more information.