How to Turn Off Fingerprint Unlock & Face ID on Android Phone 15 (Best Method)
1The "best method" to turn off biometrics depends on whether you want to permanently delete the data or just temporarily disable it.
Here are the step-by-step instructions for Android 15, which are generally consistent across modern Android phones, particularly on Pixel devices.
Method 1: Permanently Delete Fingerprint and Face Data (Best for full removal)
This method removes the stored biometric data from your phone, so it can no longer be used to unlock your device or sign into apps.
Open Settings: Tap the Settings app on your phone.
Go to Security: Tap Security & privacy (or similar, like "Security").
Find Device Unlock: Tap Device unlock (or Face & Fingerprint Unlock / Biometrics).
Authenticate: You will be prompted to enter your PIN, pattern, or password to continue.
Delete Fingerprint Data:
Tap on Fingerprint Unlock (or Fingerprint).
You will see a list of your saved fingerprints (e.g., "Finger 1").
Tap the Delete icon (usually a trash can) next to each saved fingerprint, and confirm the deletion.
Delete Face Data:
Go back to the previous screen and tap on Face Unlock (or Face recognition).
Look for an option like Delete face model or Delete face data and confirm the deletion.
Once all biometric data is deleted, your phone will revert to using your PIN, Pattern, or Password as the primary and only unlock method.
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