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Google Pixel 9 / 9 Pro / 9 Pro XL - Add / Remove Fingerprint Recognition

Here's how to set up and manage fingerprint recognition to unlock your Pixel 9 / 9 Pro / 9 Pro XL.
For the fingerprint scanner to operate, hands must be clean and moisture-free.
  1. Open the
    Settings app
    .
  2. Navigate:
    Security & privacy
    Device unlock
    Fingerprint & Face Unlock
    .
  3. Enter the current PIN, password or pattern.
  4. Tap
    Fingerprint Unlock
    .
  5. Do one of the following:
    • First-Time Setup:
      1. Review the message then tap
        I agree
        .
      2. To continue tap
        Start
        .
      3. Using onscreen prompts as a guide, lightly tap the
        fingerprint sensor
        on the screen of your device multiple times to scan your fingerprint.
      4. Tap
        Done
        .
    • Add More Fingerprints:
      1. Tap
        Add fingerprint
        .
        Up to 5 fingerprints can be registered on the device.
      2. Using onscreen prompts as a guide, lightly tap the
        fingerprint sensor
        on the screen of your device multiple times to scan your fingerprint.
      3. Tap
        Done
        .
    • Remove Fingerprint(s):
      1. Tap the
        Delete icon
        Trashcan icon to the far right of the fingerprint you wish to remove.
      2. Tap
        Delete
        .