Digital security is a new hysteria in the minds of the masses. People are taping up their webcams, giving up NFC, and disabling many Windows features to prevent potential scammers from getting into their assets. What can we say about smartphones, which most often contain the maximum amount of information about a person? Today, the ability to “password” your Android is so developed that you can create complex multi-step passwords and be absolutely confident in the protection of your device. In this article we will tell you how to set a password on Android.

Existing Password Types

But first, let's figure out what types of passwords are in Android smartphones exist today. To summarize, they can be divided into three categories:

• Standard protection using a password, pattern or PIN code.
• Additional settings protection (auto-lock, inscription on the screen, etc.)
• SmartLock on new versions of Android

Let's look at each option separately.

Classic Android passwords

The most common option is regular graphic keys, PIN codes or passwords. Easy to install, easy to remember, hard to hack.

This type of protection is easy to set up. To do this, go to “ Settings"of your own smartphone, and find there the tab " Safety", which may sometimes be called "Lock & Security" or "Lock Screen & Security", depending on your device.

Next we open the sub-item “ Locking method" or "Screen lock type" (depending on the device and Android version). Remove the old password, if there was one, and select fresh way lock your smartphone.

As you can see, there are three protection options to choose from: graphic key, pin code and password. You can put what is most convenient for you. Pay attention to the line “ Show key as you type"- you can turn off the display for the pattern key, thereby eliminating the possibility that someone will spy on your password.

After you have set a new password, turn off the smartphone screen - now every time you turn it on you will be required to enter the password or authorize with a finger or face scanner.

Additional protection settings

As mentioned above, you can set parameters for standard protection. So, for example, by following the settings path - screen - sleep mode, you can set the speed at which the screen turns off. This way you can, for example, set the blocking to happen once every one or two minutes, which is sometimes convenient.

Another interesting feature is setting the text to locked screen. Sometimes it’s convenient to make a reminder, but there are also cases in which this text is sent to the owner of the smartphone in case of loss.

If you go to settings - screen - auto-lock, you can disable the screen lock if you deliberately turn it off. In this case, pressing the power button will not block the smartphone.

Using Smart-lock

New versions of Android have introduced an interesting Smart Lock feature that locks the phone in certain circumstances. You can find it at Settings - Security - Smart Lock.

Most often, smartphones have 4 options for such blocking, but new models also feature facial recognition.

Physical contact- This is a setting to lock the device so that it will always be unlocked when in your hands. As soon as you put the phone on the table, the device will instantly lock. Safe places are determined using GPS. So, for example, by assigning your work location to your smartphone, it will stop blocking your phone at your workplace.

Reliable devices – real Sci-fi. Next to acquaintancesBluetooth devices(for example, headphones) your phone will not be blocked. Convenient, for example, when working out in the gym or running.

In the article, we looked at the main methods of blocking a phone and how to configure them. In our opinion, simple care is enough to keep your data safe, but if passwords are really important to you, now you know everything about them.

If you have a question about how you can set a password on your Android smartphone or tablet, you must adhere to the basic rules for working with the device and correctly follow those presented in this article step by step actions.

What types of password settings are there?

• Scrolling. Is in a standard way for screen lock. To do this, drag the lock with your finger to the desired part of the screen. This protection protects against accidental switching on of the device.
• Face control. You can use a photo of your face to unlock. In this case, you need to be careful, since any person who has an external resemblance to you will be able to unlock your device.
• Setting a password using a pattern. To obtain such a unique key, use your finger to connect at least four dots on the screen. At the moment of unlocking, we repeat exactly this combination of dots. By the way, I advise you to read the information on what to do if the user .
• Using a PIN code. I RECOMMEND THIS METHOD. It is a fairly commonly used method. The numeric PIN code acts as a password when locking; its minimum length is 4 digits. When setting a PIN code, you should not select public data, such as dates, phone numbers, names and other information that may be known in your social circle.
• Password. The most common option for setting a password on Android is to lock the device using a password that consists of letters, symbols and numbers.

To set a password using any of the methods described above, you need to find the Personal Data group in the system settings, select Security, and then Screen Lock.

Set a custom password on the lock screen of your Android device

Below are step-by-step steps in this process:

1. On your smartphone screen or tablet computer Find the “Settings” item. By pressing this button we open the corresponding menu.
2. In the special section, select the “Security” item.
3. After this, additional functions open on the device screen.
4. Select “Lock Screen” (drag the icon).
5. After pressing this button, a special page opens on the screen, where you need to create a password.
6. In the proposed menu, select the “Password” link and click it.
7. A page will open on which you need to type the code in the window provided for this, having previously come up with it. You can use Latin letters and numbers for the password. It is impossible to indicate it solely from numbers; you must indicate at least one letter.
8. Next, click Continue.
9. In the window that opens, confirm the previously specified password with the OK button.
10. The password has now been successfully created and will need to be entered each time the device is unlocked.

As for me, although the method is quite common, it is not very practical. When entering a password, you will always need to switch the keyboard from numbers to letters or vice versa. That's why I I advise you to set a fictitious PIN code that can only include numbers. Minimum – 4 digits.

How to set a password for an Android application

The user may have a question about how to set a password on Android, in particular, for applications individually. To hide personal messages or a photo gallery from prying eyes, it is now possible to block some functions using special programs.

I advise you to use the most advanced SmartApplock program, free version which can be downloaded from Google Play.

1. The SmartApplock application must be launched.
2. Find the plus sign (+) in the upper right corner.
3. Select the programs you want to block, mark them with checkboxes, then click the Save button.
4. Next, a graphic key appears, which should also be confirmed.
5. A dialog box will appear asking you to confirm the key and agree to it, click Yes.

After completing the procedures, it will be impossible to use the marked programs and view their contents without entering the key.

What to do if you forgot your lock code

If you cannot remember your lock password, you can try to recover it using your Google account. But this is only possible if the device has previously been synchronized with Google services, which is written about in detail.

Also, as a last resort, it is possible. After this, the screen lock will disappear, but please note that all data from internal memory will be deleted.

Many modern smartphones, even the most inexpensive ones, are increasingly equipped with fingerprint sensors or a fingerprint scanner, in other words. Alas, they are not available everywhere and you can only protect your smartphone’s desktop with a password or PIN code. In addition, some users find it more convenient to enter a password rather than use a scanner. So how do you enable it on your device?

How to set a password on Samsung Galaxy?

For example, let's use Samsung smartphone Galaxy based on Android.

Go to "Settings".

Find the “Lock screen and protection” subsection and go to it.

Now tap on the “Screen lock type” line. Please note that the default lock type is Swipe.

Now select the lock type from those listed. A PIN code is more convenient than a password because it consists only of numbers, while a password consists of any symbols. Yes, the password is safer, but entering it is not as convenient to unlock the desktop. Let's take PIN as an example.

Enter the numbers, then click Continue. Be sure to remember the PIN you entered. We will enter 4 digits - on some devices you simply cannot enter more than 4.

Confirm the code again by entering it and clicking Yes.

Customize the options for displaying notification content on a locked display to your liking. We recommend selecting either “Hide content” or “Do not show notifications.” Then click "Done".

The specified lock type is now PIN.

Turn off your smartphone screen and unlock it - you will be prompted to enter the previously specified PIN code.

The scheme works similarly on other Android smartphones.

If you've forgotten your Samsung password, don't worry; you can recover your access code using your account gmail, or as the last ditch attempt, using a factory reset. Perhaps this article will help you: What if I forgot my password?

Use a hard reset as the last method, which will only be performed if you are 100% sure that you do not have a Gmail account associated with your phone.

There are several variations of the factory password, each smartphone has its own. If you know any more, write it in the comments.

The default factory password is 00000000 (8 zeros). Also 1234, 12345, 0000, 00000. If not one is suitable, you can reset it. Attention, all data will be lost!(Except for those on the SD card, if you remove it). To do this, you need to remove the SIM card and then enter: *2767*8451# (on some models *2767*3855#) the password will most likely be reset to 8 zeros.

How to recover a forgotten password via Gmail?

This method will only work if you have connected your Gmail account to your Samsung phone.

1) Read the pop-up warning. Entering the wrong password five times on the unlock screen will trigger a pop-up warning. The system will be prompted for 30 seconds. Click OK.

2) State what you forgot. Direct your gaze to the options displayed at the bottom of the screen. Click “Forgot Pattern”, “Forgot PIN” or “Forgot Password”. Depending on which unlocking method you used to secure your Samsung phone.

3) Log in to your Gmail account. You need to send your Gmail ID information associated with your Samsung phone. Enter your Gmail username and password in the text field that appears and click the Login button.

4) Reset your password. After submitting the correct Gmail username and password, you will be prompted to reset your Samsung password. Create a new password and click OK or Continue. Re-enter your new Samsung password and click OK. This should allow you to access your Samsung phone or tablet again.

How to Hard Reset Samsung Password?

To remove Samsung password, first turn off your phone. Just press and hold the Power button for a few seconds. Before performing a Factory Reset, be aware that this will cause you to lose all data on Samsung phone. You see, Factory Reset is basically a restore software, and will return your gadget back to its original system state, deleting all files saved on it.

Some good news: Factory Reset will not delete data stored on your SIM card or Micro SD card. This method does not actually recover your password, but it deletes all user data, including any set passwords or security patterns, on the device storage so that you can access your Samsung password again.

The volume buttons are on the left side of the phone, the power button is on the right, and the home button is at the very center of the bottom of the screen.

1) Turn off your phone. Normal way Pressing the power button will not work. Instead, hold and press these buttons at the same time: Volume Up or Down + Power + Home.

2) Whether you press Volume Up or Volume Down depends on the Samsung tab you are using. Try trial and error with both buttons.

3) Select to perform a factory reset. In the previous step, a welcome screen will appear in which you can select the option “Wipe data/Factory reset” using Volume keys. Confirm your choice using the Power button.

4) The option can also be presented as "Yes, delete all user data". Simply use the Volume keys to select an option and the Power button to confirm it.

Give the system a minute or two to complete the process.

Select "Reboot system now". It will appear on your screen. Confirm system reboot using the Power button. Wait a couple of minutes for the process to complete, after which you can use the password again. If none of the methods listed above helped you, see: How to restore to factory settings?

How to Unlock Samsung Password Using Find My Mobile?

If you are unable to unlock your Samsung password, first of all, don't panic. Tons of people have been in the same position before, and many more will follow in the future. That's why Samsung (and Android itself) have made it extremely easy to reset your password and regain access to your phone.

1) To unlock your phone using the Samsung Find My Mobile platform, go to the official website by clicking .

2) Login using the Samsung account you created when you first purchased your smartphone. Of course, this requires you to sign in to your Samsung account and not skip it.

3) On the toolbar, click the button Unlock device."

4) Make sure your phone is turned on and connected to the Internet via Wi-Fi or an active data connection.

5) Click " OK" for a popup that is displayed on a website.

Your phone will now communicate with Find My Mobile and should unlock remotely within a few minutes. Now you'll want to log in settings device and create a new password.

If you encounter any problems during the process, be sure to let us know in the comment section below and we will do our best to help you.