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Samsung Galaxy A13
Add / Remove Face Recognition

2026-10-14 16:14:49.188

Samsung Galaxy A13
Add / Remove Face Recognition

Use facial recognition on your Galaxy A13 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. While holding the phone 8-20 inches away, position your face within the square displayed onscreen.
      2. Tap the
        Stay on Lock screen until swipe
        to turn on or off then tap
        Done
        .
      3. From the Face recognition menu, tap the switch(es) to turn each option on or off (e.g., Face unlock, Require open eyes, etc.). then tap
        OK
        .
    • To remove face data:
      1. From the Face recognition menu, tap
        Remove face data
        .
      2. To confirm, review the disclaimer, then tap
        Remove
        .