Setting Up Emergency Contacts and Medical Information on Android

In case of any emergency, it is crucial to have your important medical information and emergency contacts readily accessible on your Android device. Fortunately, Android provides a built-in feature that allows you to set up emergency contacts and medical information, which can be accessed from the lock screen without requiring any authentication. This tutorial will guide you through the process of setting up and accessing this vital information on your Android device.

Step 1: Setting Up Emergency Contacts

1. Open the "Contacts" app on your Android device.
2. Create a new contact with the name "ICE" (In Case of Emergency).
3. Enter the emergency contact details such as name, phone number, and email address.
   • If you have multiple emergency contacts, you can create additional contacts with names like "ICE2," "ICE3," and so on.
4. Save the contact.

Step 2: Adding Medical Information

1. Open the "Contacts" app on your Android device.
2. Find and open the "ICE" contact that you created earlier.
3. Scroll down and tap on the "Add another field" option.
4. Select the "Custom" field type.
5. Enter "Medical Information" as the custom field name.
6. Add any relevant medical information such as allergies, blood type, medications, or chronic conditions.
   • You can also include information about your primary care physician and any known medical conditions.
7. Save the contact.

Step 3: Enabling Emergency Information on Lock Screen

1. Go to your device's "Settings" app.
2. Scroll down and tap on the "Security" or "Security & lock screen" option.
3. Look for a section named "Emergency information" or "Emergency contacts."
4. Tap on the "Emergency information" or "Emergency contacts" option.
5. If prompted, enter your device PIN, password, or pattern.
6. Toggle the switch to enable "Show when locked" or a similar option.
   • This will allow the emergency information to be accessible from the lock screen.
7. Tap on "Edit information" or a similar option to review and update the medical information fields, if needed.
8. Confirm and save any changes made.

Step 4: Testing Emergency Contacts and Medical Information Access

1. Lock your Android device by pressing the power button.
2. On the lock screen, locate and tap on the "Emergency" or "Emergency call" button.
3. Look for a section such as "Emergency contacts" or "Emergency information" and tap on it.
4. You should now see your emergency contact(s) listed along with any medical information.
   • From here, you can directly call or message the emergency contact(s).
   • Medical professionals or first responders can quickly access your vital medical information.

Congratulations! You have successfully set up emergency contacts and medical information on your Android device. It is essential to keep this information updated and accurate to ensure your safety and well-being in case of an emergency. Remember to regularly review and update your emergency contacts and medical information as necessary. Stay safe!