Within the Settings app, scroll to and tap Security & privacy.
Tap Device unlock.
Tap Screen lock.
Tap PIN.
For this tutorial, we're showing how to set up a PIN. You can select a different type of security, but steps may vary based on what you choose.
Enter your desired PIN.
Your PIN must be at least 4 numbers long.
Tap Next.
Confirm your PIN.
Tap Confirm.
Tap Done.
Tap Don't show notifications at all to prevent the content of emails, texts and other notifications from appearing on the Lock screen. You'll be notified that you have a new message, but not shown what the message contains.
You've completed the steps!
