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How to Turn NFC Off on Androids

Secure your Android when you're in public places

By Dave Rankin Dave Rankin Writer Dave Rankin is a former Lifewire writer and a senior software developer who co-owns a digital creative agency and creates and distributes open source software. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on July 22, 2021 Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email Android Switching from iOS

What to Know

Go to Settings > Connected devices.Toggle the NFC switch to Off. This article explains how to turn off NFC (Near Field Communication) on Android devices. If you're not sure whether your phone supports NFC transmissions, search this list of NFC phones for your device's model.

Disabling NFC

The process to disable NFC is simple. Like Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and other connective technologies, NFC simply toggles off. Here's how to do it: Open Settings > Connected devices. Some Android phones have the NFC option in the system tray menu at the top of the screen. Turn off the NFC toggle switch.

About NFC

Near field communication (NFC) allows devices such as smartphones to exchange data with other NFC-enabled devices when they're close by. NFC uses are common. Many retailers have signs at the checkout that tell customers that payment can be made with their phones through Google Wallet. Smartphones with Android 2.3.3 or newer may be configured to send or receive data through this communications standard. However, there are risks involved when using NFC. Researchers at a Pwn2Own contest in Amsterdam showed how NFC can be exploited to gain control over an Android-based smartphone. Researchers at a Black Hat security conference in Las Vegas demonstrated similar vulnerabilities using different techniques. Turn NFC off when it's not in use to save battery life and prevent hacking. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire How to Fix Google Pay Not Working Which iPhone Should You Buy? 4 Fun Ways to Use NFC on Your Android How to Use Google Pay on iPhone Samsung Pay vs. Google Pay (Formerly Android Pay) What Is AirDrop? How Does It Work? How to Turn Safe Mode On and Off on Android What Is Near-Field Communication (NFC)? How to Turn Off Android Phone Sensors Beacon Technology: What It Is and How It Impacts You How to Turn Off Google Assistant on an Android Tablet How to Cast to Fire Stick From an Android Phone How to Turn Off an iPhone 13 How to Use Apple Pay on iPhone 13 Guide to Tablet Networking Features How to Connect Sony Headphones, Speakers to Bluetooth Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies