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Google Pixel 6 / 6 Pro
Add / Remove Fingerprint Recognition

2026-10-04 05:51:15.834

Google Pixel 6 / 6 Pro
Add / Remove Fingerprint Recognition

Set up fingerprint recognition on your Pixel 6 / 6 Pro for fast, secure access. Remove saved fingerprints when troubleshooting or changing devices.

Before you begin

Steps

  1. Open the
    Settings app
    .
  2. Navigate:
    Security & privacy
    Device unlock
    Fingerprint
    .
  3. Enter the current PIN, password or pattern.
  4. Tap
    Fingerprint Unlock
    .
  5. Do one of the following:
    • For first-time setup:
      1. Tap
        Add fingerprint
        .
      2. From the Set up Fingerprint Unlock screen, review the info then tap
        I agree
        .
      3. From the How to set up your fingerprint screen, tap
        Start
        .
      4. Using on-screen prompts as a guide, lightly tap the
        fingerprint sensor
         on the screen of your device multiple times to scan your fingerprint.
      5. Tap
        Done
        .
    • To add more fingerprints:
      1. Tap
        Add fingerprint
        .
      2. Using on-screen prompts as a guide, lightly tap the
        fingerprint sensor
         on the screen of your device multiple times to scan your fingerprint.
      3. Tap
        Done
         if finished or
        Add another
         to continue adding fingerprints.
    • To remove fingerprints:
      1. Tap the
        Delete icon
         to the far right of the fingerprint you wish to remove.
      2. Tap
        Delete
        .