Biometric security
Use biometrics to securely unlock your device and log in to accounts.
Face recognition
You can enable Face Recognition to unlock your screen. To use your face to unlock
your device, you must set a pattern, PIN, or password.
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Face recognition is less secure than Pattern, PIN, or Password. Your device could
be unlocked by someone or something that looks like your image.
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Some conditions may affect face recognition, including wearing glasses, hats,
beards, or heavy make-up.
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When registering your face, ensure that you are in a well-lit area and the camera
lens is clean.
1. From Settings, tap
Security and privacy > Biometrics > Face
recognition.
2. Follow the prompts to register your face.
Face recognition management
Customize how face recognition works.
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From Settings, tap
Security and privacy > Biometrics > Face
recognition.
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Remove face data: Delete existing faces.
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Add alternative appearance to enhance recognition: Enhance face
recognition by adding an alternative appearance.
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Face unlock: Enable or disable face recognition security.
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Stay on Lock screen until swipe: When you unlock your device with face
recognition, stay on the Lock screen until you swipe the screen.
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Require open eyes: Facial recognition will only recognize your face when
your eyes are open.
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Brighten screen:
Increase the screen brightness temporarily so that your
face can be recognized in dark conditions.
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About face recognition: Learn additional information about securing your
device with face recognition.
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