9. Amazon Fire Security
With a portable internet-connected device that contains access to some personal data and
potentially credit card and other payment details, keeping your Amazon Fire safe and secure is
paramount.
Fortunately, there are various options. The lock screen can have a password assigned, while
usernames and passwords can be encrypted, although this makes for slower use. In addition,
parental controls are available to prevent misuse by mischievous youngsters!
9.1 The Lock Screen Password
Whenever you start up your Amazon Fire or tap the power button to
“
wake
”
it up from standby
mode, you will be presented with a lock screen, complete with one of several default images
that are displayed randomly.
The lock screen protects you from accidental contact with the Newsstand and other menus,
apps, games, books — basically anything running on your tablet — while stored in a pocket or
bag (although a dedicated case for your Amazon Fire is recommended).
Two variations on the lock screen are available. By opening
Settings > More > Security
and
switching
Lock Screen Password
to
On
you can toggle between the standard
“
tap and drag
”
swiping of the orange chevron to unlock or combine this with a password of at least four
characters.
The password option is quite flexible, as it allows you to use a word, a combination of
characters, numbers, and punctuation — or the more user-friendly four-digit numerical PIN.
After adding your password and confirming, you can test it by tapping the power button to
switch into standby, waiting a moment and then tapping power again to wake the device.
Disabling the password will require you to enter your code or phrase to confirm.
Note that four failed login attempts will lock the device, forcing you to attempt a factory reset.
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