How to make Android automatically lock itself when stolen

Google has introduced a 'Theft Protection' package in Android that automatically locks your smartphone when it detects theft. Three features are described: Theft Detection Lock, Offline Device Lock, and Remote Lock. Available on Android 10 and newer. It is recommended to set a strong PIN and enable Identity Check.

Google has integrated an intelligent 'Theft Protection' package into the Android operating system, capable of independently recognizing the moment of theft and instantly locking the device. This became possible thanks to an update to Google Play services. The article, based on Engadget material, describes three key features: Theft Detection Lock, which uses sensors and AI to recognize sudden movement; Offline Device Lock, which triggers when the SIM card is removed or the network is disconnected; and Remote Lock, which allows locking the device via the website android.com/lock. The features are available on most smartphones with Android 10 and newer. The path to settings varies: on Samsung Galaxy — 'Settings' → 'Security and privacy' → 'Lost device protection' → 'Theft protection', on Google Pixel — 'Settings' → 'Security and privacy' → 'Device unlock' → 'Theft protection'. The author emphasizes that these tools are useless without basic protection and recommends setting a strong PIN, password, or biometrics, as well as enabling the Identity Check feature.