Can’t Access Your Samsung Galaxy S7? Here’s What You Can Do

Hey there, if you’re one of those unlucky folks who’ve been locked out of their Samsung Galaxy S7, don’t worry! I’ve got your back. I know it can be super frustrating, especially since most solutions involve doing a hard factory reset, which means saying goodbye to all your precious files and data. But fear not, because I’ve come up with three different ways for you to reset that lock screen password without losing your stuff. That’s right, you can breathe a sigh of relief now.

But hey, before we dive into the nitty-gritty, let me tell you about some cool accessories that can take your Samsung device experience to a whole new level. Samsung’s got this awesome wireless charging pad, an external portable battery pack for those extra juice emergencies, the Samsung Gear S2 for all your smartwatch needs, and the Fitbit Charge HR Wireless Activity Wristband to keep you on top of your fitness game. Now, let’s get back to unlocking that Galaxy S7 of yours.

Method 1: Factory Reset

1. First things first, turn off your Galaxy S7.
2. Now, hold down the Volume up, Home, and Power buttons all at the same time until you see the Android icon.
3. Using the Volume down button, select the “wipe data/factory reset” option and press Power to choose it.
4. Next, highlight “Yes – delete all user data” with the Volume down button and press Power to select it.
5. After your Galaxy S7 reboots, use the Power button to select “reboot system now”.
6. Voila! Your phone is wiped clean and ready for its second chance.

If you’re curious about another way to factory reset your Samsung Galaxy S7, check out this guide. Just remember to back up all your files and information beforehand to avoid any data loss.

Method 2: Samsung Find My Mobile

Here’s another handy option for you: Samsung’s Find My Mobile, which works just like Find My iPhone. If you’ve registered your Galaxy S7 with Samsung, you can use the “Remote Controls” feature to temporarily reset the password and bypass the lock screen. Haven’t registered yet? Hurry up and do it now!

1. Register your Galaxy S7 with Samsung.
2. Access the Find My Mobile service.
3. Use the service to temporarily reset the password.
4. Bypass the lock screen using the new temporary password.
5. Now, create a new password that you’ll remember.

Method 3: Android Device Manager

Last but not least, if you’ve already registered your Galaxy S7 with Android Device Manager, you can use this method to reset your password. All you need to do is activate the “Lock” feature. With Android Device Manager, you’ll be able to reset your Galaxy S7 password when you’ve forgotten it.

1. Open the Android Device Manager on your computer.
2. Find your Galaxy S7 on the screen.
3. Enable the “Lock & Erase” feature.
4. Follow the instructions to lock your phone.
5. Set a temporary password.
6. Enter the temporary password on your Galaxy S7.
7. Finally, create a new password that you won’t forget.