Making sure your device is protected

Your device includes security options, strongly recommended in case of loss or theft.

Set a secure screen lock on your device using a PIN, password, pattern, or fingerprint to prevent others from using your device without permission. Once the screen lock is set, it is not possible to unlock the screen or erase the content via a Erase all data (factory reset) without providing the screen lock information.

Use the Find my device service to remotely locate, lock, unlock, or erase the content on a lost device. After you have signed in to your Google account, Find my device is turned on by default.

Lock your SIM cards with a PIN to protect your subscription against misuse. The PIN is required every time you restart your device.

Keep a copy of the IMEI number. If your device is stolen, some network providers can use this number to stop the device from accessing the network in your country or region.

Back up the content on your device in case your device is damaged, lost or stolen.

• To back up with a Google account, see Backing up and synchronizing with a Google account .
• To back up using a computer, see Backing up and transferring data using a computer.
• To back up using a memory card, see Backing up and transferring data using a memory card .