Add trusted places to Smart Lock on Android 5.0 Lollipop

 

Shortly after Google released the Nexus 6 and Android 5.0 Lollipop, a small update was pushed to Google Play Services. Instead of relying on a Bluetooth connection or NFC tag, you can now set "safe" locations in which your device will remain unlocked. Leave that zone, and your device will lock and require your security code or pattern to be entered.

Setting up a location for Smart Lock is simple, following the same steps :-

• Launch the Settings app.
• Select Security from the list.
• Tap Smart Lock followed by Trusted Places.

If Trusted Places isn't an option, you'll need to wait until the Play Services update is pushed to your device.

If you've entered your Home and Work locations into Google Maps or Google Now, they'll be listed with a toggle switch next to each one. Additionally, you can add more locations by tapping on "add trusted place" and using an interactive map.