If you’re one of the many Samsung Galaxy S9 owners who use Google’s Smart Lock feature, you may want to turn it off. Smart Lock is a security feature that allows you to automatically unlock your device when you’re near a trusted location, like your home or work. However, if you don’t use Smart Lock often, turning it off can save battery life and improve your privacy. Here’s how to do it:

  1. Open the Settings app on your Samsung Galaxy S9.
  2. Scroll down and tap on “Security.”
  3. Under “Smart Lock,” tap on the toggle switch next to “Google Smart Lock.”
  4. If you want to continue using Google Smart Lock for other apps, such as Amazon Alexa or Apple Siri, tap on the toggle switch next to “Google Smart Lock (Other Apps).” Otherwise, tap on the “X” in the top-right corner of the screen to close out of Google Smart Lock and disable all security features for this device. ..