How to Set Up Fingerprint on Sony Xperia M2

Sony Xperia M2

The developers of Sony Xperia M2 managed to create an advanced user protection system. However, many smartphone owners continue to turn to the help of less effective security tools like using a pattern key, unaware of how to set up a fingerprint on Sony Xperia M2. The operation of setting up a fingerprint scanner does not take much time and can protect both the phone itself and its separate applications.

How to Add a Fingerprint

Regardless of what kind of information you want to protect on Sony Xperia M2, first you need to register the primary fingerprint. Usually you will be prompted to do this after the device is turned on for the first time, but if you skipped this step, you can set up protection after the fact:

  1. Open your phone settings.
  2. Go to the "Lock screen and fingerprints" section (sometimes the item you are looking for is called "Biometrics and security").

  3. Select "Fingerprints".
  4. Press "Add fingerprint".
  5. Follow the instructions that appear on the screen.

During the setup process, you will need to enter a pattern (password) if it was previously registered, or create a new one. This will be an alternative means of unlocking the device if the scanner stops working. Then you will need to put your finger on the fingerprint scanner several times, and then your phone will be completely protected.

Please note that Sony Xperia M2 allows you to add multiple prints by giving each one a name. This is done for the convenience of unlocking the device, depending on which finger is pressed to the fingerprint. This feature can be used if the device is used not only by you, but by another person as well.

Fingerprints in Individual Applications

If your smartphone is stolen, there is a high risk that the thief will gain access to the user's personal data, including bank accounts. This problem is especially relevant among people using online banking applications.

Fortunately, almost all of such apps allow you to additionally protect access to bank accounts. You just need to add a fingerprint on Sony Xperia M2 through the settings, and then the scan will be automatically loaded into the application. You just need to confirm this login tool in the app settings.

If the App is not Protected by a Fingerprint

Usually, fingerprint protection is provided only for applications that interact with the user's money in some way. Apps like the Gallery and mobile games remain at risk. Fortunately, the Sony Xperia M2 smartphone allows you to forcibly add protection for individual apps:

  1. Open your phone settings.
  2. Find the "Application lock" option (it may be called differently depending on the firmware version).
  3. Check the apps that you want to enforce protection on.
  4. Confirm the use of the fingerprint scanner in the settings.

Now, when trying to launch even the most innocuous program, an attacker will fail, since Sony Xperia M2 will require them to provide a fingerprint.

Why Fingerprints do not Work on Sony Xperia M2

Sometimes the advanced protection fails and the user cannot unlock their Sony Xperia M2 because the device does not recognize the phone owner's fingerprint. This can happen for several reasons:

  • the person puts the wrong finger to the scanner;
  • the print was not pre-configured, or the settings were reset;
  • the user applies a wet or dirty finger;
  • the fingerprint scanner is damaged or clogged.

An alternative method of authorization using a password or a pattern key can help you get out of this situation. But how do you get the scanner to work again? First you need to check the cleanliness of your fingers and the fingerprint scanner itself. Next, you need to check for registered fingerprints and create a new one if necessary. If the cable connecting the scanner to the motherboard has not come off the Sony Xperia M2, the problem should be resolved.

Share this page with your friends:

See also:



How to flash Sony Xperia M2

How to root Sony Xperia M2

Hard reset for Sony Xperia M2

How to reboot Sony Xperia M2

How to unlock Sony Xperia M2

What to do if Sony Xperia M2 won't turn on

What to do if Sony Xperia M2 doesn't charge

What to do if Sony Xperia M2 doesn't connect to PC via USB

How to take a screenshot on Sony Xperia M2

How to reset FRP on Sony Xperia M2

How to call recording on Sony Xperia M2

How to update Sony Xperia M2

How to connect Sony Xperia M2 to TV

How to clear the cache on Sony Xperia M2

How to backup Sony Xperia M2

How to disable ads on Sony Xperia M2

How to clear storage on Sony Xperia M2

How to increase font on Sony Xperia M2

How to share internet on Sony Xperia M2

How to transfer data to Sony Xperia M2

How to unlock bootloader on Sony Xperia M2

How to recover photos on Sony Xperia M2

How to record the screen on Sony Xperia M2

How to find blacklist in Sony Xperia M2

How to block number on Sony Xperia M2

How to enable auto-rotate on Sony Xperia M2

How to set up or turn off an alarm on Sony Xperia M2

How to change ringtone on Sony Xperia M2

How to enable battery percentage on Sony Xperia M2

How to turn off notifications on Sony Xperia M2

How to turn off Google assistant on Sony Xperia M2

How to turn off the lock screen on Sony Xperia M2

How to delete app on Sony Xperia M2

How to recover contacts on Sony Xperia M2

Where is the recycle bin on Sony Xperia M2

How to install WhatsApp on Sony Xperia M2

How to set contact photo in Sony Xperia M2

How to scan QR code on Sony Xperia M2

How to connect Sony Xperia M2 to computer

How to install SD card in Sony Xperia M2

How to update Play Store in Sony Xperia M2

How to install Google Camera in Sony Xperia M2

How to enable USB debugging on Sony Xperia M2

How to turn off Sony Xperia M2

How to charge Sony Xperia M2

How to use the camera on Sony Xperia M2

How to find lost Sony Xperia M2

How to set password on Sony Xperia M2

How to turn on 5g on Sony Xperia M2

How to turn on VPN on Sony Xperia M2

How to install apps on Sony Xperia M2

How to insert a SIM card in Sony Xperia M2

How to enable and configure NFC on Sony Xperia M2

How to set time on Sony Xperia M2

How to connect headphones to Sony Xperia M2

How to clear browser history on Sony Xperia M2

How to disassemble Sony Xperia M2

How to hide an app on Sony Xperia M2

How to download YouTube videos on Sony Xperia M2

How to unblock a contact on Sony Xperia M2

How to turn on the flashlight on Sony Xperia M2

How to split the screen on Sony Xperia M2

How to turn off the camera sound on Sony Xperia M2

How to trim video on Sony Xperia M2

How to check RAM in Sony Xperia M2

How to bypass the Google account on Sony Xperia M2

How to fix black screen on Sony Xperia M2

How to change the language on Sony Xperia M2

How to open engineering mode in Sony Xperia M2

How to open recovery mode in Sony Xperia M2

How to find and turn on a voice recorder on Sony Xperia M2

How to make video calls on Sony Xperia M2

Sony Xperia M2 sim card not detected

How to transfer contacts to Sony Xperia M2

How to enable/disable «Do not disturb» mode on Sony Xperia M2

How to enable/disable answerphone on Sony Xperia M2

How to set up face recognition on Sony Xperia M2

How to set up voicemail on Sony Xperia M2

How to listen to voicemail on Sony Xperia M2

How to check the IMEI number in Sony Xperia M2

How to turn on fast charging on Sony Xperia M2

How to replace the battery on Sony Xperia M2

How to update the application on Sony Xperia M2

Why the Sony Xperia M2 discharges quickly

How to set a password for apps in the Sony Xperia M2

How to format Sony Xperia M2

How to install TWRP on Sony Xperia M2

How to set up call forwarding on Sony Xperia M2

How to empty the recycle bin on Sony Xperia M2

Where to find the clipboard on Sony Xperia M2

How to Set Up Fingerprint on Another Phones