Nokia 8.1 user guide
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Protect your phone with your fingerprint
You can unlock your phone with just a touch of your finger. Set up your fingerprint ID for extra security.
Add a fingerprint
- Tap
Settings >Security & Location >Fingerprint . If you don’t have screen lock set up on your phone, tapSet up screen lock . - Select which backup unlocking method you want to use for the lock screen and follow the instructions shown on your phone.
Unlock your phone with your finger
Place your registered finger on the sensor.
If there is a fingerprint sensor error, and you cannot use alternative sign-in methods to recover or reset the phone in any way, your phone will require service by authorised personnel. Additional charges may apply and all the personal data on your phone may be deleted. For more information, contact the nearest care point for your phone or your phone dealer.