Set a screen lock
You can set up a screen lock to secure your phone. Each time you turn on your phone or turn on the screen, you’ll be asked to unlock it.
Set or change screen lock
- Go to Settings > Security & location.
Touch Screen lock and select the type of lock you want.
Some lock options aren't available if you added a VPN or a work (corporate) email account to your phone.
TipAfter you set up a pattern, PIN, or password, you can set up fingerprint security to unlock your phone with the fingerprint sensor.
Screen lock types
No lock:
- None: This gives no protection, but you can quickly access your home screen.
- Swipe: Swipe
up. This prevents accidental dialing but doesn't secure the phone.
Lock:
- Pattern: Draw a pattern on a grid.
- PIN: Enter a four to sixteen digit numeric code. Longer PINs are more secure.
- Password: Enter four to sixteen letters, digits, or symbols for the password. A long, strong password is the most secure option.
When you’re using any of the 3 locks, you can also unlock with your fingerprint and set your phone to automatically unlock in certain conditions.
Unlock your screen automatically
If you're using a PIN, password, or pattern, you can:
- Stay unlocked when connected to a device, like your car audio system.
- Stay unlocked at a specific location.
- Stay unlocked when holding or carrying your phone.
- Unlock with your face.
- Unlock with your voice.
Tips
- You can swipe up from anywhere on the screen when unlocking. You don't need to touch the icon.
- Some of these options aren't available if you added a VPN or a work (corporate) email account to your phone.
Remove screen lock
- Go to Settings > Security & location.
- Touch Screen lock.
- Enter your current PIN, password, or pattern to confirm your identity.
- Select None or Swipe.
Fix an issue
If you forgot your PIN, pattern, or password, try these troubleshooting steps.