Use Privacy display on your Galaxy S26 Ultra

1. Swipe down from the top of the screen to open the Quick Panel.
2. Tap the Privacy display icon.
3. Switch on Turn on  Privacy display, and then tap Done.

From the Quick panel or via Settings > Display > Privacy Display. The following options will be available:

Conditions for turning on: Activate Privacy display automatically when opening specific apps, entering your security lock (PIN, Pattern, Password), or receiving notification pop-ups (partially hides the screen).

• Apps: Tap to choose specific apps for automatic activation.
• PIN, pattern, password: Turn on the switch to activate Privacy display when entering credentials in Settings, Lock Screen, or Secure Folder.
• Notification pop-ups: Turn on the switch to apply Privacy display to notifications while keeping the rest of the screen visible.
• Maximum privacy protection: Narrow the viewing angle further and dim the screen for enhanced privacy.
  Note: This mode may slightly blur the screen or alter colors, but it is for maximum privacy.

• Update your device: Ensure your phone is updated to the latest software version for optimal performance.
• Privacy screen protectors: Avoid using third-party privacy screen protectors, as they may reduce brightness. The Galaxy S26 Ultra's built-in Privacy display eliminates the need for additional protectors.
• Outdoor use: In bright environments, the Privacy display may appear darker. Switch to Auto mode or turn it off if needed.
• Color and brightness adjustments: If colors appear unnatural, adjust the White balance and Vividness in Settings > Display > Screen mode > Vivid > Advanced settings. 
  Note: Advanced settings is not available when Adaptive color tone is turned on.

Why does Maximum privacy protection make the screen blurry?

This mode strengthens privacy by controlling pixel operation, which may cause slight color changes or blurriness. Use standard Privacy mode if uncomfortable.
 

Why does Privacy display appear darker outdoors?

The feature uses pixel control to block angles, which may reduce brightness in bright environments. To address this, you can switch to auto mode in the Privacy display settings under Conditions for turning On. Or, turn off Privacy display temporarily in outdoor settings.

Why does text appear jagged with Privacy display on?

This is due to optimized rendering methods for Privacy Pixel structures and is not a screen issue.

Is the reddish tint on one side of Maximum privacy protection normal?

Yes, this is a characteristic of the mode designed to maximize privacy.