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Lock your OneDrive files up tight with new fingerprint authentication
July 21, 2025
Microsoft’sOneDriveis a completely capable cloud storage solution in anoversaturated market. But the ace up Microsoft’s sleeve is that a 1TB account with OneDrive comesbundled with an Office 365 subscription. That’s a terrific deal.
But if that’s not enough to sway you to OneDrive, how about this: starting today, the OneDrive Android app now supports fingerprint authentication, something competitor apps likeDropboxdon’t offer.
Since using your fingerprint is far more secure than a traditional PIN or password, any sensitive files you keep in your OneDrive account will be much safer with fingerprint authentication.
The new security option is available now inthe latest version of the OneDrive Android app, which you’re able to download by clickinghereor the box at the bottom of this article.
Once you have the latest version, you can enable fingerprint authentication by navigating toMe > Settings > Passcode. If you already have a passcode set for OneDrive, all you have to do is click the check box next to “Use fingerprint to authenticate.”
If you haven’t yet set up a passcode, you’ll need to do that first before you can use your fingerprint. Choose a four-digit PIN and run through the steps. Once complete, OneDrive will ask you if you want to use your fingerprint instead. Then you’re all set!
In addition to the new fingerprint authentication option, the latest version of OneDrive also brings a new grid layout when you’re viewing photos folders. Neat!
Download the OneDrive app by clicking the button below. Andclick hereif you don’t have a OneDrive subscription with Office 365.
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