Can You Stop Accidental Emergency Calls on Samsung? Simple Steps That Work

Is Your Samsung’s Emergency Shortcut Causing Trouble? Here’s a Safe Way to Disable It

The emergency call shortcut on Samsung phones helps in real emergencies. Pressing the power button three or four times quickly will call emergency services. But sometimes, this shortcut can cause problems. People might press the button by mistake. This can lead to accidental calls to emergency numbers. These calls can worry you and take up time for real emergencies.

What Changed in Samsung’s Settings?

Earlier, Samsung allowed users to turn off this shortcut from the settings menu. After a software update in June 2023, Samsung removed this easy option. Now, you need a different way to turn it off. The regular way to call for help, by dialing the emergency number from the keypad, still works at all times.

How to Turn Off the Emergency Call Shortcut

You can turn off the shortcut using a computer and a special tool. This method is safe if you follow each step closely.

What You Need

• A computer (Windows, Mac, or Linux)
• Your Samsung phone
• A USB cable
• Android SDK Platform Tools (a free download)

Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1: Download Android SDK Platform Tools

1. Go to the official Android developer website.
2. Download the SDK Platform Tools for your computer.
3. Unzip the downloaded file to a folder you can find easily.

Step 2: Enable USB Debugging on Your Samsung Phone

1. Open Settings.
2. Tap About phone.
3. Tap Software information.
4. Tap Build number seven times to turn on Developer Options.
5. Go back to Settings.
6. Tap Developer options.
7. Turn on USB debugging.

Step 3: Connect Your Phone to the Computer

1. Use the USB cable to connect your phone.
2. Allow any permissions that pop up on your phone.

Step 4: Open Command Prompt or Terminal

1. On your computer, open the folder where you unzipped the platform tools.
2. Right-click inside the folder and choose Open Command Prompt or Open Terminal.

Step 5: Type the Command to Disable the Shortcut

1. Enter this command:

   adb shell pm disable-user com.samsung.android.emergency

2. Press Enter.
3. If you see a message saying the package is disabled, the shortcut is now off.

Step 6: Check Your Phone

1. Go to Settings > Safety and Emergency.
2. The Emergency SOS shortcut should be gone.

How to Turn the Shortcut Back On

If you want to bring back the shortcut, follow these steps:

1. Connect Your Phone to the Computer Again
2. Open Command Prompt or Terminal in the Platform Tools Folder
3. Type the Command to Enable the Shortcut

   adb shell pm enable com.samsung.android.emergency

4. Check Your Phone. The Emergency SOS shortcut will appear again under Settings > Safety and Emergency.

Important Tips

• Turning off the shortcut does not stop you from calling emergency numbers manually.
• You can always turn the shortcut back on by repeating the steps above.
• Always follow each step carefully to avoid problems.

Reasons People Disable This Shortcut

• To stop accidental emergency calls.
• To avoid confusion for children or older adults.
• To keep the phone simple and stress-free.

Disabling the emergency call shortcut can bring peace of mind if you worry about accidental calls. The regular way to call for help always works, so you stay safe. Follow the steps above to take control of your Samsung phone’s emergency features.