Settings221Face recognitionYou can set the device to unlock the screen by recognizing your face.• If you use your face as a screen lock method, your face cannot be used to unlockthe screen for the first time after turning on the device. To use the device, you mustunlock the screen using the pattern, PIN, or password you set when registering theface. Be careful not to forget your pattern, PIN, or password.• If you change the screen lock method to Swipe or None, which are not secure, allof your biometric data will be deleted. If you want to use your biometric data inapps or features, such as Samsung Pass and Samsung Pay, you must register yourbiometric data again.Precautions for using face recognitionBefore using the face recognition to unlock your device, keep the following precautions inmind.• Your device could be unlocked by someone that looks like your image.• Face recognition is less secure than Pattern, PIN, or Password.For better face recognitionConsider the following when using face recognition:• Consider the conditions when registering, such as wearing glasses, hats, masks, beards, orheavy makeup• Ensure that you are in a well-lit area and that the camera lens is clean when registering• Ensure your image is not blurry for better match resultsRegistering your faceFor better face registration, register your face indoors and out of direct sunlight.1 On the Settings screen, tap Lock screen and security → Face Recognition.2 Unlock the screen using the preset screen lock method.If you have not set a screen lock method, create one.
