How to Change Your Lock Screen PIN, Pattern, or Password on Samsung Galaxy

Changing your Samsung Galaxy lock screen password or PIN regularly is a good security practice. Here's how to do it.

How to Change Your PIN/Pattern/Password

1. Go to Settings → Security and Privacy → Lock Screen → Screen Lock Type.
2. Enter your current PIN, pattern, or password to authenticate.
3. Select your new lock type:
   - PIN: Numeric only, 4–16 digits
   - Password: Alphanumeric, more secure
   - Pattern: Draw a pattern across dots
   - Swipe: No security (not recommended)
4. Follow the prompts to set the new lock method and confirm it.

Lock Screen Types Compared

If You Forgot Your PIN/Password

1. Enter the wrong password 5 times.
2. Tap Forgot PIN/Password.
3. Sign in with your Samsung account or Google account to reset.

If you can't recover via account, a factory reset is required — which erases all data.

Dr.Fone Tip: If you're locked out of your Samsung Galaxy, Dr.Fone – Screen Unlock (Android) can remove the lock screen without a factory reset in many cases.