Settings

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.

Show information: Change settings for the items displayed on the locked screen.

Unlock effect: Select an effect that you see when you unlock the screen.

Device security: Check the device’s security status and scan the device for malware.

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.

Location: Change settings for location information permissions.

Report diagnostic info: Set the device to automatically send the device’s diagnostic and usage information to Samsung.

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.

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