Set up face and fingerprint unlock
Important
- These steps only work if your Fairphone has Android 13 or above. Learn how to Check and update your software version.
- Biometric data, like your face and fingerprint data, is stored securely and never leaves your Fairphone.
Face and fingerprint unlock allows you to unlock your Fairphone and some apps without having to enter your screen lock.
How to find the fingerprint sensor?
To set up fingerprint unlock, your Fairphone must have a fingerprint sensor (Fairphone 3 and above). Find the fingerprint sensor:
- Fairphone 4 and above: The fingerprint sensor is in the power button.
- Fairphone 3(+): The fingerprint sensor is on the back of the phone.
How to add a fingerprint?
You can add up to 5 fingerprints on your Fairphone.
Start with a quick video introduction:
- Go to Settings → Security (& privacy).
On Android 14, tap Device Unlock. - Tap Fingerprint (Face and Fingerprint Unlock).
If you don't already have one, you'll be asked to add a Screen lock with protection. - Follow the setup process.
How to add face unlock?
If your Fairphone is running Android 14, you can also unlock it with your face. This may not work if you are wearing a mask or if you are in a dark area.
- Go to Settings → Security & privacy → Device Unlock.
- Tap Face & Fingerprint Unlock → Face Unlock.
- Follow the setup process.
Trouble with face or fingerprint unlock?
If face or fingerprint unlock isn't working, you can often fix it in just a few simple steps. Find out how: Troubleshoot the Fingerprint Sensor.