Settings

•Unknown sources: Set the device to allow the installation of apps from unknown sources.

•Private mode: Activate private mode to prevent others from accessing your personal content. Refer to Private mode for more information.

•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.

•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.

•Other security settings: Configure additional security settings.

Private mode

Hide personal content in your device to prevent others from accessing it.

Activating private mode

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On the Settings screen, tap Lock screen and security →Private mode, and then tap the switch to activate it.

If you are activating private mode for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to set up a private mode access code.

Follow the on-screen instructions to enter the preset private mode access code. Private mode is activated and the icon appears on the status bar.

You can view and access the hidden items only when private mode is activated. To hide items stored in the private folder, deactivate private mode.

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