"Back in 2024, Google introduced its Android theft protection program, which has been available on all Android phones running Android 10 or later. The set of device protection features is now expanding with new ways to combat financial fraud and better personal data protection in case your device gets stolen. Devices running on Android 16 are getting improved safeguards in case of failed authentication."
"Failed Authentication Lock, which arrives with Android 15, will now get its own toggles in the settings menu for more granular control. The feature locks the device's screen after excessive failed authentication attempts. In addition, Google is expanding Identity Check to cover all features and apps that use the Android Biometric Prompt, including banking apps and Google's native password manager."
Android theft protection is available on all devices running Android 10 or later. Android 16 adds improved safeguards for failed authentication by exposing Failed Authentication Lock toggles in settings for more granular control. The lock engages after excessive failed authentication attempts. Identity Check coverage is expanding to include all features and apps that use the Android Biometric Prompt, such as banking apps and Google's password manager. Lockout durations after excessive failed PIN and password attempts are increasing. Enhanced recovery tools are available for devices running Android 10 and newer, including Remote Lock via android.com/lock with an optional security question. Remote Lock and Theft Detection Lock are enabled by default on new devices sold and activated in Brazil.
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