Set up your Pixel phone

Set up Face Unlock

You can use Face Unlock to unlock your Pixel phone with your face.

Step 1 of 8

  1. Open the Settings app .
  2. Tap Security & privacy.

Set up Face Unlock Step 1

Step 2 of 8

Tap Device unlock.

Set up Face Unlock Step 2

Step 3 of 8

Tap Fingerprint & Face Unlock.

Set up Face Unlock Step 3

Step 4 of 8

Important: If you don’t already have a screen lock set up, you’ll be asked to add a backup PIN, pattern, or password.

Tap Face Unlock.

Set up Face Unlock Step 4

Step 5 of 8

  1. Review how Face Unlock works.
  2. Scroll down.
  3. Tap I agree.

Set up Face Unlock Step 5

Step 6 of 8

  1. On the next screen, you’ll be prompted to set up your face unlock.
  2. Tap Start.

Set up Face Unlock Step 6

Step 7 of 8

Important: When you set up Face Unlock, do not wear a mask or sunglasses.

To capture your face image, follow the on-screen instructions.

Set up Face Unlock Step 7

Step 8 of 8

After your face is added, tap Done.

Tip: You can only sign into apps or approve a purchase with your face on Pixel 8 and later.

Set up Face Unlock Step 8

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