Resetting your Android lock screen password or PIN can vary slightly depending on the device and Android version you are using.
Here is a general guide on how you can reset your Android lock screen password or PIN:
Resetting Password or PIN on Android:
1. Using Google Account (For Android 4.4 and Earlier):
- Input the wrong password or PIN multiple times until you see the “Forgot password?” or “Forgot PIN?” option.
- Click on the option and input your Google account credentials to unlock your device and reset the lock screen security.
2. Using Find My Device (For Android 7.0 and Later):
- Go to the Find My Device website on a computer or another device.
- Log in with the Google account linked to the locked device.
- Click on the locked device and select “Erase Device” to reset the lock screen security and erase all data on the device.
3. Factory Reset (Last Resort):
- If the above methods don’t work or you don’t have access to your Google account, you can perform a factory reset.
- To do a factory reset, switch off your device, then press a combination of hardware buttons (like Power + Volume Down) to enter recovery mode.
- Use the volume buttons to navigate and find the “Wipe data/factory reset” option, then confirm with the Power button.
Note:
- Performing a factory reset will erase all data on your device, so make sure to back up any important information before proceeding.
- Factory resetting your device should only be used as a last resort if you cannot unlock your device through other methods.
– If your device is linked to a Google account, you can also try changing your lock screen password or PIN remotely from the Google Find My Device website.
– If you have a Samsung device, you can also try using the ‘Find My Mobile’ service provided by Samsung to unlock your device remotely.
Remember, it’s essential to safeguard your Lock Screen password or PIN and have a backup method in case you forget or need to reset it in the future.