Samsung GALAXY S7 EDGE User Manual

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11 Set Up Accounts on Your DeviceGetting StartedFactory Reset ProtectionWhen you sign in to a Google Account on your device,Factory Reset Protection is activated. Factory ResetProtection (FRP) prevents other people from usingyour device if it is reset to factory settings without yourpermission. For example, if your device is lost or stolenand a factory data reset is performed, only someonewith your Google Account username and password canuse the device.You will not be able to access the device after a factorydata reset if you do not have your Google Accountusername and password. For more information, see“Factory Data Reset” on page 185.Caution: Before shipping your device back to Samsungor taking it to your nearest Samsung-authorized servicecenter, you should remove your Google Account beforeresetting the device back to factory settings. For moreinformation, visit: samsung.com/us/support/frp.Enable Factory Reset ProtectionAdding a Google Account to your device automaticallyactivates the Factory Reset Protection (FRP) securityfeature.Disable Factory Reset ProtectionTo disable FRP, remove all Google Accounts from thedevice.1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings.2. Tap Accounts > Google.• If you have more than one Google Account setup on your device, tap the Google Account youwant to remove.3. Tap More options > Remove account. Confirmwhen prompted.