How Do You Set Emergency Contacts on Android?
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How do I show emergency contacts on my lock screen?

Android lets you put any message you want on your lock screen:

  1. Start by opening the “Settings” app.
  2. Tap “Security & location.”
  3. Next to “Screen lock,” tap “Settings.”
  4. Tap “Lock screen message.”
  5. Enter the information you want displayed, such as your primary emergency contact and any medical conditions, and tap “Save.”

How do you set emergency contacts on Samsung?

Samsung Devices

First open the Contacts app, then tap the “Groups” button in the top right corner. Tap on the “ICE – emergency contacts” group, and add your emergency contacts. Then hit “Save.” To enable the calling of emergency contacts from the lock screen, you’ll need to make sure your phone is locked first.

James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.

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