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- Google’s Identity Check security feature is now available on Pixel phones.
- This feature requires users to scan their biometrics and enter a PIN/password to change key settings outside of trusted places.
- This will make it harder for thieves to access app passwords, change your PIN, and more.
Google announced a so-called Identity Check feature for Pixel phones earlier this month. This requires biometric authentication in addition to a PIN or password to change some settings outside of trusted places. Fortunately, this capability is now available on Pixel devices.
9to5Google spotted Identity Check on their Pixels, and we can confirm that the feature is available on our Pixel phones too (including the Pixel 7 Pro and Pixel 8 Pro). The feature can be found by searching for “Identity Check” in the settings menu’s search field or by tapping Settings > Security and privacy > Device unlock > Theft protection > Identity check.