S tab3 Encryption password

[Breelyn202]

I have a tablet. I don't use it very often, but when i turned it on i come across the issue of my encrypted tablet. I cannot remember my password and i am worried of losing files. they have pictures that i cannot replace and memories that cannot be repeated. i don't want to lose them. is there a way i can regain my password without losing everything?

[BandOfBrothers]

Hi @Breelyn202 and may I extend a Warm Welcome to the Samsung Community Forum 👋 

The Security Protocols are in place for a very good reason to protect the tablet and it's contents and so are not meant to be circumvented. 

https://us.community.samsung.com/t5/Tablets/Forgot-my-password-Tab-A-10-1 

If you perform a forum search you may find existing threads with some further help or guidence within.  

What-can-you-do-if-you-forgot-the-pin-pattern-or-password-of-your-galaxy-device/ 

From a Google Search >

If you forgot your Samsung tablet password, you can try these steps:

• Reset your Samsung account password

  Open the Samsung account app, tap Forgot password?, and then enter your ID or email address. You can then reset your password by following the on-screen instructions. 
• Use the Find My Device website

  Go to the Find My Device website, sign in with your Google account, and then select your device. You can then erase your device and set it up again. 
• Use a previous screen lock method

  If your device has One UI 6.1 or later, you can use a previous screen lock method to unlock your device. This feature is only available once per screen lock type, and the previous screen lock data is only stored for 72 hours. 
• Contact Samsung support

  If you're still having trouble, you can contact Samsung support.