# Google is bringing back native app lock for Android, but not for everyone yet

> Google is bringing back native app lock for Android, but not for everyone yet Aug 7, 2026 — 2:51 AM ET - We’ve discovered the App lock feature in the latest Android Canary release.

- **Source:** [Android Authority](https://www.androidauthority.com/google-android-pixel-app-lock-3695632/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6a75a1e0744000bd7c238616)
- **Published:** 2026-08-07
- **Category:** Phones
- **Tags:** #pixel #google #ai #android
- **Canonical:** http://localhost:4321/a/6a75a1e0744000bd7c238616

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