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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2 5G
Add / Remove Face Recognition

2026-10-15 10:58:15.144

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2 5G
Add / Remove Face Recognition

Use facial recognition on your Galaxy Z Fold2 5G to secure your device and personal info. If you decide to switch methods, you can delete your face data anytime.

Before you begin

Steps

  1. Open the
    Settings app
    .
  2. Navigate:
    Security and privacy
    Biometrics
    Face Recognition
    .
  3. Enter the current PIN, password or pattern.
  4. Do any of the following:
    • For first-time setup:
      1. Read the Face recognition info, then tap
        Continue
        .
      2. While holding the phone 8-20 inches away, position your face within the circle displayed onscreen.
      3. Tap
        Done
        .
      4. To continue, review the info about Backing up your Pattern, tap
        Agree
        then follow the onscreen directions to sign in to your Samsung account.
      5. From the Face recognition menu, tap any of the following switch(es) to turn on or off (e.g., Face unlock, Stay on Lock screen until swipe, etc.).
    • To remove face data:
      1. From the Face recognition menu, tap
        Remove face data
        .
      2. To confirm, review the disclaimer then tap
        Remove
        .