Whether it’s a scan of your face or the imprint of your fingertip, you get to lock/unlock your phone in a unique way. While these features can add a second or two to unlocking your phone, they are more than convenient.
And for the skeptics out there…
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8. Lockdown Mode
In case you are worried that someone might exploit your biometrics, aka face-scanning you while you’re asleep – Lockdown Mode is the solution.
Essentially, when enabled, it shuts off all biometric ways of unlocking the phone, leaving you the option of PIN, pattern, or password. Once enabled, you will find Lockdown Mode in the shutdown menu (power button long press).
9. Find My Device
The name of the feature is self-explanatory as is – all you have to do is set it up. Some Android brands, like Samsung, have their own apps for this, but Google’s Find My Device has one little advantage – it groups all your registered devices into a single control point.
So, if you happen to lose your Android phone, you can use another Android device, or even your PC, to find it.
10. Common Sense
Lastly, common sense isn’t a feature in the settings section, but it is crucial to your Android device’s security. Be mindful of the unofficial apps you install, keep your OS updated, as well as your passwords, and set up features like Find My Device and 2FA ASAP!
You Don’t Need Much to Keep Your Android Safe
The more you get to know your Android smartphone, the safer you’ll be able to make it – and by extension, your data will be secure too.
