{"id":328824,"date":"2021-08-22T19:00:54","date_gmt":"2021-08-22T16:00:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/en.buradabiliyorum.com\/how-to-send-sos-messages-from-a-samsung-galaxy-phone\/"},"modified":"2021-08-22T19:00:54","modified_gmt":"2021-08-22T16:00:54","slug":"how-to-send-sos-messages-from-a-samsung-galaxy-phone","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/how-to-send-sos-messages-from-a-samsung-galaxy-phone\/","title":{"rendered":"#How to Send SOS Messages from a Samsung Galaxy Phone"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_89 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6af5f9dce3550\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6af5f9dce3550\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/how-to-send-sos-messages-from-a-samsung-galaxy-phone\/#How_to_Set_Up_SOS_Messages\" >How to Set Up SOS Messages<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/how-to-send-sos-messages-from-a-samsung-galaxy-phone\/#How_to_Send_SOS_Messages\" >How to Send SOS Messages<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><strong>&#8220;#How to Send SOS Messages from a Samsung Galaxy Phone&#8221;<\/strong><\/p>\n<div>\n<!-- UNCACHED CONTENT --><\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"type:primaryImage wp-image-726019 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/samsung-galaxy-SOS.png?width=398&amp;trim=1,1&amp;bg-color=000&amp;pad=1,1 400w, https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/samsung-galaxy-SOS.png?width=1198&amp;trim=1,1&amp;bg-color=000&amp;pad=1,1 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, 400w, 1200w\" src=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/samsung-galaxy-SOS.png?width=1198&amp;trim=1,1&amp;bg-color=000&amp;pad=1,1\" alt=\"samsung galaxy SOS\" width=\"1200\" height=\"555\" data-crediturl=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/moscow-russia-2020-march-9-new-1675489708\" data-credittext=\"Mr.Mikla\/Shutterstock.com\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"type:primaryImage imagecredit\"><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/moscow-russia-2020-march-9-new-1675489708\">Mr.Mikla\/Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>No one wants to be in a situation where they need to call for emergency help, but it\u2019s good to be prepared. Samsung Galaxy phones have an invaluable \u201cSOS Messages\u201d feature that everyone should set up. Here\u2019s how.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re worried about your own safety or the safety of your loved ones, the SOS Messages feature can be a literal lifesaver. It\u2019s a good idea to make sure everyone in your life who has a Samsung Galaxy device has the feature enabled.<\/p>\n<p><strong>RELATED:<\/strong> <strong><em>How to Enable Emergency SOS Services on Your iPhone<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Set_Up_SOS_Messages\"><\/span>How to Set Up SOS Messages<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>First, swipe down once from the top of your Samsung Galaxy handset\u2019s screen and tap the gear icon.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-725096\" src=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/2021-04-26_15-37-18.png?trim=1,1&amp;bg-color=000&amp;pad=1,1\" alt=\"\" width=\"436\" height=\"169\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Next, go to the \u201cAdvanced Features\u201d section.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-726046\" src=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/2021-04-30_11-51-50.png?trim=1,1&amp;bg-color=000&amp;pad=1,1\" alt=\"select advanced features\" width=\"439\" height=\"168\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Scroll down and select \u201cSend SOS Messages.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-726045\" src=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/2021-04-30_11-52-34.png?trim=1,1&amp;bg-color=000&amp;pad=1,1\" alt=\"send sos messages\" width=\"440\" height=\"145\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><\/p>\n<p>The first thing to do is toggle on the feature at the top of the page.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-726040\" src=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/2021-04-30_11-57-33.png?trim=1,1&amp;bg-color=000&amp;pad=1,1\" alt=\"toggle sos messages on\" width=\"441\" height=\"164\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><\/p>\n<p>A message will <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/download-scripts-themes-apps\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"9\" title=\"Download Scripts &amp; Themes &amp; Apps\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">app<\/a>ear to explain what SOS Messages entail. Tap \u201cContinue\u201d to proceed.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-726044\" src=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/2021-04-30_11-53-14.png?trim=1,1&amp;bg-color=000&amp;pad=1,1\" alt=\"tap continue\" width=\"423\" height=\"342\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><\/p>\n<p>The next screen will show all the required permissions for SOS Messages. Tap \u201cStart\u201d to begin the process.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-726043\" src=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/2021-04-30_11-54-36-e1619799483846.png?trim=1,1&amp;bg-color=000&amp;pad=1,1\" alt=\"select start\" width=\"330\" height=\"500\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll be asked to add at least one recipient. This is who will receive the SOS Message. You can choose more than one person. Select \u201cAdd\u201d to make your choices.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-726042\" src=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/2021-04-30_11-56-08.png?trim=1,1&amp;bg-color=000&amp;pad=1,1\" alt=\"choose a recipient\" width=\"417\" height=\"161\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Choose how you want to add a recipient and then create a contact or choose people from your contacts list.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-726041\" src=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/2021-04-30_11-56-51.png?trim=1,1&amp;bg-color=000&amp;pad=1,1\" alt=\"select contacts\" width=\"444\" height=\"171\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><\/p>\n<p>With a recipient selected, we can now adjust how SOS Messages will work. You can decide how many times you want to press the Side\/Power key to send the SOS. This is an important choice to remember.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-726039\" src=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/2021-04-30_11-58-49.png?trim=1,1&amp;bg-color=000&amp;pad=1,1\" alt=\"choose the side key behavior\" width=\"442\" height=\"185\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Next, you can have your phone automatically call one of the recipients along with the SOS Message. Tap \u201cAuto Call Someone\u201d and then choose one of the previously selected contacts.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-726038\" src=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/2021-04-30_11-59-50.png?trim=1,1&amp;bg-color=000&amp;pad=1,1\" alt=\"auto call someone\" width=\"441\" height=\"95\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Lastly, you have the choice to \u201cAttach Pictures\u201d from the front and rear cameras with the SOS Message. These images can give the recipient(s) a snapshot of what\u2019s happening.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-726037\" src=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/2021-04-30_12-00-36.png?trim=1,1&amp;bg-color=000&amp;pad=1,1\" alt=\"attach pictures to SOS\" width=\"440\" height=\"100\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Additionally, you can toggle on \u201cAttach Audio Recording,\u201d which will attach a 5-second audio clip to the SOS Message.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-726036\" src=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/2021-04-30_12-01-11.png?trim=1,1&amp;bg-color=000&amp;pad=1,1\" alt=\"attach audio to SOS\" width=\"438\" height=\"79\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><\/p>\n<p>At the bottom of the SOS Message page, you\u2019ll see \u201cSend Messages To.\u201d This is where you can make changes to who the messages are sent to.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-726035\" src=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/2021-04-30_12-02-13.png?trim=1,1&amp;bg-color=000&amp;pad=1,1\" alt=\"send messages to people\" width=\"441\" height=\"92\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Send_SOS_Messages\"><\/span>How to Send SOS Messages<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Now that everything is set up, sending the SOS Message is very easy. All you have to do is press the Side\/Power key the number of times you selected. Press the key that many times in quick succession.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 650px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-726034 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/hold-down-side-and-vol-1-e1619799632749.png?trim=1,1&amp;bg-color=000&amp;pad=1,1\" alt=\"power key and side key\" width=\"650\" height=\"415\" data-credittext=\"Samsung\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"imagecredit\">Samsung<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The message will be sent to the recipients with all of the attachments you selected.<\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s all there is to it! Samsung makes it intentionally easy\u2014but not <em>too<\/em> easy\u2014to send these SOS Messages. Don\u2019t be surprised if you accidentally send or receive one. If you or someone you love is ever in a situation to need these, you\u2019ll be happy you set it up.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><script>\n setTimeout(function(){\n  !function(f,b,e,v,n,t,s)\n  {if(f.fbq)return;n=f.fbq=function(){n.callMethod?\n  n.callMethod.apply(n,arguments):n.queue.push(arguments)};\n  if(!f._fbq)f._fbq=n;n.push=n;n.loaded=!0;n.version='2.0';\n  n.queue=[];t=b.createElement(e);t.async=!0;\n  t.src=v;s=b.getElementsByTagName(e)[0];\n  s.parentNode.insertBefore(t,s) } (window, document,'script',\n  'https:\/\/connect.facebook.net\/en_US\/fbevents.js');\n   fbq('init', '335401813750447');\n   fbq('track', 'PageView');\n  },3000);\n<\/script><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">If you liked the article, do not forget to share it with your friends. 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