# Activate Fingerprint

## Let's start

Make sure that you set at least one fingerprint in your phone's settings to proceed.

From the LockMyPix settings select the option *Fingerprint / Face Unlock*. Place your finger on the fingerprint sensor and wait a moment for the confirmation.

## That's secure!

LockMyPix uses hardware based encryption for the fingerprint authentication (Class 3 / Strong Biometric). The associated data to your fingeprint cannot be read from outside without authentication.

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Changing or adding a fingerprint in your phone's settings requires LockMyPix to reauthenticate
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**Important:** Always mind your password even if you login with fingerprint. Ensure to use the [password recovery](/password/password-recovery.md) to have a fallback
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You prefer Facelogin or Iris-Scan for the login? [Activate Face/Iris Login](/general/activate-face-iris-login.md).


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