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Samsung Galaxy A51
Add / Remove Fingerprint Recognition

2026-10-02 09:03:58.238

Samsung Galaxy A51
Add / Remove Fingerprint Recognition

Set up fingerprint recognition on your Galaxy A51 for fast, secure access. Remove saved fingerprints when troubleshooting or changing devices.

Before you begin

Steps

  1. Open the
    Settings app
    .
  2. Navigate:
    Security and privacy
    Screen lock and biometrics
    Fingerprints
    .
  3. Enter the current PIN, password or pattern then tap
    Continue
    .
  4. Do one of the following:
    • For first-time setup:
      1. Review the message then tap
        Register
        .
      2. Follow the onscreen tutorial to scan your fingerprint.
      3. Tap
        Done
        .
      4. Tap the
        Fingerprint unlock switch
         to turn on or off.
    • To add more fingerprints:
      1. Tap
        Add fingerprint
        .
      2. Review the message then tap
        Register
        .
      3. Follow the onscreen tutorial to scan your fingerprint.
      4. Tap
        Done
         if finished or
        Add
         to continue adding fingerprints.
    • To remove fingerprint(s):
      1. Touch and hold a fingerprint (e.g., Fingerprint 1, Fingerprint 2, etc.) until a blue checkmark appears.
      2. Select any additional fingerprints to delete or tap
        All
         to delete all fingerprints.
      3. Tap
        Remove
        .
      4. To confirm, review the disclaimer then tap
        Remove
        .