How to enable lock screen on my Samsung phone?

Last Update date : 2025-07-02

Since your phone contains all of your crucial information, be sure to safeguard it and maintain privacy. Setting up a screen lock is a fantastic approach to boost the security of your phone. A pattern password, face recognition, or fingerprint identification are just a few of the screen lock options available. This will prevent unauthorized users from using your device.

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To ensure your phone's security, you can set up a phone lock to use a password, PIN, or pattern. That way, even if someone gets their hands on your phone, they won't be able to access it.

1 Go to Settings.
2 Tap Lock screen and AOD.
3 Tap Screen lock type.
4 Select the type and proceed with setting the screen lock.
Screen lock type
1 Go to Settings.
2 Tap Lock screen and AOD.
3 Tap Extend Unlock.
4 Tap On-Body detection

Enable the on-Body detection option.

on body detection
5 Tap Trusted Places

Follow the previous steps , and tap Trusted Places, then choose the place you want and select the location from the map.

set trusted places
1 Go to Settings.
2 Tap Lock screen and AOD.
3 Tap Secure lock settings.
  • Auto lock when screen turns off.
  • Lock instantly with Side button.
  • Auto factory reset.
  • Lock network and security.
  • Show Lockdown options.
secure lock settings

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