How to remove password from android tablet lock screen

Updated: 02/01/2021 by

On an Android or iOS smartphone, there are many options for protecting your device from unwanted use. Using the security options usually requires a password, code or passcode, pattern, or biometric input by the device's owner to unlock the device. If you want to stop using a passcode and remove these security precautions, select your type of mobile device from the list below and follow the steps.

Note

Biometric security methods, like Face ID or fingerprint scanners, generally require a passcode as an alternative method of unlocking your device. You cannot disable the passcode while keeping biometric security measures in place as the only option.

Removing a passcode from an iPhone or iPad

To disable the passcode on an Apple iPhone or iPad, follow these steps.

1. On iPhone X and later, or iPad with Face ID, go to Settings > Face ID & Passcode.
   On earlier iPhone models with Touch ID, go to Settings > Touch ID & Passcode.
   On iOS devices without Face ID or Touch ID, go to Settings > Passcode.
2. Enter your current passcode, if prompted for it.
3. Select Turn Passcode Off.

Removing a passcode from an Android device

Android devices may be unlocked by swiping, drawing a pattern, entering a PIN, typing a full-length password, or with biometrics, like fingerprint or facial recognition.

For Android devices with biometric locking methods, follow these steps to disable them.

1. Unlock your mobile device.
2. Open Settings.
3. Tap the Lock Screen or Lock Screen and Security option.
4. Tap Screen Lock Type.
5. Under the Biometrics section, disable all options.

For Android devices without biometric locking methods, follow these steps to disable them.

1. Unlock your mobile device.
2. Open Settings by swiping down from the top of the screen and tapping the gear icon.
3. Tap Security.
4. Tap the Screen Lock option.
5. Perform your current unlock method to access the settings.
6. Under Choose screen lock, select None.

You can set up a screen lock to help secure your Android phone or tablet. Each time you turn on your device or wake up the screen, you’ll be asked to unlock your device, usually with a PIN, pattern, or password. On some devices, you can unlock with your fingerprint.

Important:

• Some of these steps work only on Android 10 and up. Learn how to check your Android version.
• Some of these steps require you to tap the screen.
• Call captioning only works on Pixel phones.

Set or change a screen lock

Important: To ensure your automatic and manual backups are encrypted with your screen lock, use a PIN, pattern, or a password. Learn how to back up or restore data on your phone.

1. Open your phone's Settings app.
2. Tap Security.
   • If you don’t find “Security,” go to your phone manufacturer’s support site for help.
3. To pick a kind of screen lock, tap Screen lock.
   • If you’ve already set a lock, you’ll need to enter your PIN, pattern, or password before you can pick a different lock.
4. Tap the screen lock option you’d like to use. Follow the on-screen instructions.

Screen lock options

No lock

• None: Your phone stays unlocked. This gives no protection, but you can get to your Home screen quickly.
• Swipe: Swipe your finger across your screen. This gives no protection, but you can get to your Home screen quickly.

Standard locks

• Pattern: Draw a simple pattern with your finger.
• PIN: Enter 4 or more numbers. Longer PINs tend to be more secure.
• Password: Enter 4 or more letters or numbers. A strong password is the most secure screen lock option.

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