Set a Security Lock on your Samsung smartwatch

You keep a padlock on your suitcase to keep out strangers, but that is not necessary for your smartwatch. Just set a digital security lock, so no one can access your stuff.

From Settings, swipe to and tap Security or Security and privacy. Tap Lock or Gear lock, and then tap Type.

You can select from the following lock types:

• Pattern: Set a pattern to draw on the screen to unlock your watch. This provides a medium security level.

• PIN: Set a four digit PIN to unlock your watch. This provides a medium to high security level.

• None: No lock screen will be set. This provides no security.

Every time you want to make a payment with Samsung Pay, you have to enter your lock PIN and your payment PIN, which is repetitive. Make it so your smartwatch only locks when you want to make a payment.

From Settings, tap Security and privacy and then tap Lock or Gear lock. Tap Use for, and then select Payments only.

Your smartwatch will stay unlocked until the next time you use Samsung Pay.