How to turn off the Xperia device protection

Information / Solution

Remove your Google account(s) from the device to disable device protection.

To remove a Google account

Android 9.0 or higher

1. Find and tap Settings → Accounts / Passwords and accounts.
   For Android 17 and later: Find and tap Settings → Accounts and backup → Manage accounts.
2. Tap a Google account.
3. Tap REMOVE ACCOUNT → REMOVE ACCOUNT.
4. If this is the only Google account on the phone, you'll need to enter your phone's pattern, PIN, or password for security.
5. Repeat the procedure for additional accounts.

Android 8.x

1. Find and tap Settings → Users & accounts.
2. Tap a Google account.
3. Tap REMOVE ACCOUNT → REMOVE ACCOUNT.
4. If this is the only Google account on the device, you'll need to enter your device's pattern, PIN, or password for security.
5. Repeat the procedure for additional accounts.

Android 6.0 or 7.x

1. Find and tap Settings → Accounts & sync.
2. Tap a Google account.
3. Tap REMOVE ACCOUNT → REMOVE ACCOUNT.
4. If this is the only Google account on the device, you'll need to enter your device's pattern, PIN, or password for security.
5. Repeat the procedure for additional accounts.