How to remove screen lock on Samsung — All proven ways
Forgot your Samsung's password, PIN, or pattern? Need faster access? This guide reveals all working methods to remove screen locks from any Samsung phone or tablet.
Jasmin Woods Updated on Jun 19, 2025 10:59 AM
Removing Samsung screen lock helps users to unlock their phone or tablet and regain access.
The screen lock on Samsung Galaxy devices serves as an essential security layer, safeguarding your personal data from unauthorized access. However, there are situations where you might want to remove screen lock on Samsung — whether for convenience or because you've forgotten your password, pattern, or PIN.
This comprehensive guide provides multiple ways for Samsung lock screen removal — you can easily disable the Screen Lock in Samsung Settings if accessible, or completely remove the password, pattern, or PIN even when locked out.
Android Unlocker quickly removes all screen locks on Samsung and other Android devices, including PINs, patterns, passwords, fingerprints, facial recognition, and FRP locks — instantly recovering access to your phone or tablet.
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This guide applies to all Samsung Galaxy S, Galaxy Z, Galaxy A, Galaxy M, Galaxy XCover, and Galaxy Tab S, F, E and A series.
Before screen lock removal on Samsung
Samsung users may want to remove their screen lock for different reasons. The removal method varies, depending on whether you still have access to your Samsung Settings app:
- Disabling screen locks on Samsung can be simple if you're able to open the Settings app.
- If you're locked out, additional tools are required to remove the password, pattern, or PIN from your Samsung lock screen.
Important Note: Removing Samsung screen lock eliminates the primary security barrier protecting your personal data. However, if you've forgotten a screen lock, these methods will help unlock your Samsung and regain access to your phone or tablet.
How to remove screen lock on Samsung from Settings
Removing Samsung's screen lock is straightforward through device Settings, whether you're looking to remove a password, pattern, or PIN. While this method provides quick access to your phone or tablet, be aware that disabling Samsung screen lock removes all protection — anyone holding your device can access your personal data.
Below you'll find the simple steps to remove all screen locks from Samsung phone or tablet in Settings. The process may require your current lock screen credentials.
1. Open the Settings app on your Samsung Galaxy device.
2. Select Lock Screen in Settings menu.
- On Samsung OS 6.0 or newer, scroll down to select Lock Screen / Lock Screen & Security.
- On older Samsung OS 4.4 - 5.0, select My Device or Device tab at the top, then look for Lock Screen under Personalization.
3. Pick Screen Lock or Screen Lock type.
4. When required, enter your current lock screen password, PIN, or pattern and tap Continue.
5. Tap None to disable all screen lock types on your Samsung phone.
6. If prompted, tap Remove data to confirm the removal of all screen locks.
Removing Samsung screen lock will also remove all biometric data. Your Galaxy device will then revert to a non-secure unlock method with the least protection.
Remove Samsung lock screen if you forgot password, pattern, or PIN
Forgetting your Samsung PIN, password, or pattern can be frustrating and stressful. Thankfully, there are quite a few ways to remove the lock screen from Samsung, regaining full access to your Galaxy phone or tablet.
Remotely remove screen lock on Samsung with SmartThings Find
Most Samsung Galaxy devices come with SmartThings Find built-in — formerly Find My Mobile. This service lets you remotely locate, lock, or erase a linked device. If you've forgotten your password, pattern, or PIN, simply sign into SmartThings Find and perform a remote erasure to remove the screen lock from your Samsung Galaxy phone or tablet completely.
To use SmartThings Find for Samsung lock screen removal:
- The Galaxy phone or tablet should be turned on and connected to a stable network.
- A Samsung account is added to the locked device and you still remember the credentials.
- Remote controls are enabled on your Samsung mobile or tablet before it's locked.
- The process resets your locked Samsung phone. All current data will be deleted permanently.
Steps to remove Samsung lock screen on SmartThings Find website:
1. Access SmartThings Find website. Open a browser on your computer or another device, then visit SmartThings Find website.
2. Sign in to your Samsung account. Log in with the same Samsung account credentials tied to your locked device.
3. Select your Samsung phone or tablet. Once in, you'll see a list of all devices that are linked to your account; pick the one whose screen lock you wish to remove.
4. Initiate the removal of Samsung lock screen. Select Erase data in the expanded card; if asked, verify your Samsung account password and confirm the Erase option to start.
After that, the screen lock on your Samsung will be removed completely. Your device will return to its factory settings, allowing you to unlock and set it up again.
Note: Google FRP (Factory Reset Protection) will be activated if you had a Google account registered on your Samsung. It requires you to sign into your Google account before access. If you're unable to provide the account credentials, use this FRP bypass tool to remove it.
Remove password/pattern/PIN from Samsung via Android Unlocker
Whether you've forgotten your own password or purchased a second-hand locked device, Appgeeker Android Unlocker provides the fastest way to remove Samsung screen locks and regain full access - even when you're completely locked out.
This reliable tool removes all types of screen locks, including PIN, pattern, password, fingerprint, and face ID. Beyond lock screen removal, it's also known as a trusted FRP bypass tool, helping Samsung and Android users to remove Google account lock after a factory reset.
Compatible with nearly all Samsung Galaxy phones and tablets, it also works for other Android brands, such as Motorola, OPPO, VIVO, Xiaomi, Google, Realme, OnePlus, Huawei, etc.
Simply follow the steps below to remove screen lock and unlock Samsung without password, pattern, or PIN:
Step 1. Launch Android Unlocker on a PC and get started with Remove Screen Password.
Step 2. Pick the brand logo of Samsung and connect your phone or tablet via a USB cable.
TIP: If you encounter connection issue, click The device is connected but cannot be recognized? link to fix it. Or, you may check Try Other Unlock Methods button and follow the onscreen prompts to perform a Samsung lock removal.
Step 3. Click Remove Now to start the removal of Samsung screen locks.
This way, all password, pattern, and PIN will be removed from your locked Samsung along with all other data. Once done, your phone or tablet will restart and unlock without any screen lock.
Factory reset Samsung to remove screen lock via Google Find Hub
Like Samsung's SmartThings Find, Google's Find Hub (formerly Find My Device) allows remote factory reset of locked Samsung devices — removing all passwords, patterns, and PINs.
However, this method only works if your Samsung had a linked Google account before the lockout. If you meet this requirement and have your Google credentials ready, the following steps can help with lock screen removal on Samsung using Google Find Hub:
1. Access any browser and go to Google Find Hub website.
2. Sign in to your Google account using the same credentials used on your Samsung device.
3. Pick the Galaxy smartphone or tablet that you wish to unlock.
4. Select Factory reset device in the opening options.
5. When asked, click Next and enter your Google account password for verification.
6. Confirm the Reset and Erase option. This will start factory resetting your Samsung without password, pattern, or PIN.
All screen locks will be removed from your Samsung along with everything else. When it restarts, follow the initial steps to set it up again and use your Google credentials to bypass Google verification on Samsung.
Reset Samsung for lock screen removal in Recovery Mode
If you've forgotten your lock screen password, pattern, or PIN, Recovery Mode offers an effective solution to unlock your Samsung through a factory reset. This process will restore your device to its original state and completely erase all data and settings, including your current screen lock. Follow these steps to remove Samsung screen lock using Recovery Mode:
1. Power off your locked Samsung phone.
2. Put Samsung into Recovery Mode using proper button combinations, depending on whether your phone has Bixby or Home button.
- For newer Samsung Galaxy models, press and hold the Power and Volume Up buttons at the same time; don't release the buttons until Android Recovery screen pops up.
- For Samsung devices with a Home/Bixby button, press and hold the Power, Volume Up, and Home/Bixby buttons simultaneously; release the buttons when you see Android Recovery.
3. Scroll to Wipe data/factory reset option using either Volume button, and press the Power button to select it.
4. Highlight Factory data reset via a Volume key and confirm it with Power button.
5. Select Reboot system now to restart your Samsung device.
Once you reset Samsung phone with buttons, there's no more screen lock remaining.
Auto-unlock Samsung phone or tablet by Smart Lock
Samsung's Smart Lock allows your phone to tablet to unlock automatically when trusted locations or devices are detected. If you've previously enabled Smart Lock on your Samsung, the lock screen will be auto-removed under certain conditions.
1. Go to Samsung Settings app.
2. Tap Lock Screen > Smart Lock and confirm your screen lock.
3. Pick a Smart Lock type you prefer to use:
- On-body detection. Keep your Samsung device unlocked while you're holding or carrying it.
- Trusted places. Allow your phone or tablet to stay unlocked at specific locations.
- Trusted devices. Automatically unlock your Samsung if it detects a trusted device.
4. Follow the onscreen prompts to complete the smart unlock settings.
Once set, you don't have to remove any screen lock — the Samsung device will unlock itself.
After removing lock screen from Samsung
When the screen lock is removed, you can unlock your Samsung effortlessly and regain full access. For device security, it's a good idea to set or change a screen lock for your device:
How to set or change screen lock on Samsung
On your Samsung phone or tablet, navigate to Settings > Lock Screen > Screen lock type; then pick a screen lock type you'd like to use:
- Swipe: Least secure. Simply swipe the screen to access the Home screen.
- Pattern: Medium security. Draw a pattern on the lock screen to unlock your device.
- PIN: Medium to High Security. Enter a PIN code of 4 digits or 6 digits to get in.
- Password: High Security. Input a mixture of letters and numbers to secure your phone or tablet.
- None: No Security. Directly open your phone by pressing the Home or Power button.
FAQs on Samsung screen lock removal
Q1 - How to unlock my Samsung phone if i forgot the password?
There are various ways to unlock your Samsung phone even if you forgot the password:
- Samsung SmartThings Find — Remotely reset Samsung phone for unlocking.
- Google Find Hub — Use Google account to unlock your Samsung phone without password.
- Appgeeker Android Unlocker — Remove all screen locks from Samsung to get it unlocked.
- Recovery Mode — Factory reset your locked Samsung phone using buttons.
- Smart Lock — Keep your Samsung phone unlocked in specific situations.
If none of these works, reach out to Samsung Support for further assistance.
Q2 - How do I turn off the screen lock on my Samsung phone?
To disable screen lock on a Samsung Galaxy phone, just move to Settings > Lock Screen > Screen Lock type, then verify your current unlock password, pattern, or PIN and tap None to delete all Samsung locks.
Q3 - Does a factory reset remove the screen lock from my Samsung?
Yes, a factory reset on Samsung permanently deletes all data and settings, including the screen locks and anything else. Seek help for Android data recovery after factory reset.
If you've registered a Google account on your Samsung, Google's FRP (Factory Reset Protection) will be activated automatically after reset, asking for your previous Google credentials to sign in.
