A group of researchers have discovered what is believed to be the first example of malware that can reset the PIN code on a device and lock the owner out of their own phone. The ransomware ...

After you set your pattern, PIN or password there will be an extra setting on the Security screen. It may say Timeout or Lock Phone After, depending on your phone and Android version.

Your Android lock screen pattern isn't as safe as a PIN code What's safer? Using a numeric PIN code to unlock your Android smartphone or relying on a finger squiggle? The answer might surprise you.

Similar to 2FA, your Android lock screen is the only one layer of protection against theft and targeted cyberattacks.

Google is enhancing Android's Desktop Mode with a new "pin to taskbar" feature for easier access to your favorite apps.

Customizable widgets, dynamic widgets, battery percentage indicators, and gamepad support are all coming soon to the lock ...

Researchers at security company ESET have found a type of malware that changes an Android device's PIN, the first of its kind in an ever-evolving landscape of ransomware attacks.

The corresponding description says, "disable animations while entering the PIN," effectively hiding the keystrokes and numeric previews as you enter them on the screen.

Fake lock screen steals Android PINs Key features of the new TrickMo version include one-time password (OTP) interception, screen recording, data exfiltration, remote control, and more.

This guide goes over some important steps to take if you forget your Android password, PIN or pattern. Get your device back with our help.

Frighteningly, this can also happen on Android phones, as a PIN is all that’s needed to change your Google account password.