How to use Smart Lock to keep my device unlocked?

Valid for

• Android™ 10 or higher

The Smart Lock feature unlocks your device automatically in certain situations. You can set your device to unlock, for example, when it's connected to a Bluetooth® device or carrying it with you.

To prepare your device to unlock automatically, perform the following steps:

• Make sure you have an active Internet connection, preferably a Wi-Fi® connection, to limit data traffic charges
• Make sure that all your apps are updated using the Play Store™ application to ensure that the Google Play™ services app is updated. An up-to-date Google Play™ services app lets you use the latest Smart Lock features.
• Enable Smart Lock
• Set when you want your device to unlock automatically by selecting a Smart Lock type

Smart Lock types

• On-body detection - Keeps your device unlocked when you're carrying it.
• Trusted places - Keeps your device unlocked when you're in a trusted location.
• Trusted devices - Keep your device unlocked when a trusted Bluetooth device is connected.

Enable Smart Lock

1. Make sure you've set a pattern, PIN, or password for your screen lock.
2. Find and tap Settings → Security → (More security settings) → Trust agents.
3. Drag the slider beside Smart Lock (Google)/Extend Unlock (Android 14 or higher) to the right.
4. Tap the back arrow next to Trust agents.
5. Find and tap Smart Lock/Extend Unlock (Android 14 or higher).
6. Enter your pattern, PIN, or password. You must enter this screen lock whenever you want to change your Smart Lock settings.
7. Select a Smart Lock type and follow the on-screen instructions to enable it.