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Samsung Galaxy A13
Add / Remove Fingerprint Recognition

2026-10-04 17:02:44.852

Samsung Galaxy A13
Add / Remove Fingerprint Recognition

Set up fingerprint recognition on your Galaxy A13 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
    Biometrics
    .
  3. Tap
    Fingerprints
    .
  4. Enter the current PIN, password or pattern then tap
    Continue
    .
  5. Perform any of the following:
    • For first-time setup:
      1. Review the message then tap
        Register
        .
      2. Follow the on-screen tutorial to scan your fingerprint. Repeat as needed until the process is complete.
      3. Tap
        Done
        .
      4. Tap the
        Fingerprint unlock switch
         to turn on or off.
    • To add more fingerprints:
      1. Tap
        Add fingerprint
        .
      2. Follow the on-screen tutorial to scan your fingerprint.
      3. When finished, 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
         in the upper left) to delete all fingerprints.
      3. Tap
        Remove
        .
      4. To confirm, review the disclaimer then tap
        Remove
        .