Device Security - Samsung GALAXY S6 User Manual

Device Security

Configure security for your phone.
1. From home, tap Apps
 The lock screen and security menu opens.
2. Tap On/Off next to Unknown sources to enable installation of non-Google Play applications.
Warning: Enabling installation of third-party applications can cause your device and personal data to be
more vulnerable to attacks by unknown sources.
3. Tap Private mode to hide personal content from being accessed by anyone else using your
device. Private mode is only available for certain applications.
4. Tap Encrypt device and follow the prompts to encrypt all data on your phone.
5. Tap Other security settings to configure the following options:
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Make passwords visible: Display password characters briefly as you type them.
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Security policy updates: Automatically or manually check for security policy updates.
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Send security reports: Send security reports to Samsung via Wi-Fi for threat analysis.
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Device administrators: Manage your device administrators and application installation
privileges.
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Storage type: Select a storage location for credential contents.
 View security certificates: Display certificates in your device's ROM and other certificates
you have installed.
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User certificates: View user certificates.
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Install from device storage: Install a new certificate from storage.
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Clear credentials: Erase the credential contents from the device and reset the password.
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Trust agents: Perform selected actions when trusted devices are connected.
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To view Trust agents, set up a screen lock (Password, PIN, Pattern, or Fingerprint). For
more information, see
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Pin windows: Pin an app on your device screen, preventing access to other features of your
phone.
 Usage data access: View the applications that can access your device's usage history.
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Notification access: View the applications that can access notifications you receive on your
phone.
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Do not disturb permission: View which apps have permission to change the Do not disturb
settings.
Settings
> Settings > Lock screen and security
Screen Lock.
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