10 Safety And Security Tips For Android Devices
Android bases devices are really popular nowadays thanks to the great feature and an open Android market where from one can download and install whole range of applications right from entertainment to productivity.
It however creates a major security loophole as there are high chances of downloading malicious content and malwares which can steal valuable information from your devices.
Following are some tips to secure your Android device so that your phone and data are intact.
1. Protect Your Android Device With A Password
The best way to protect your beloved Android phone or tablet and data is to actually lock the phone with a password. It will insure that no one steals important or confidential data from your device when they find it lying alone.
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Good antivirus software can help in identifying as well as removing viruses and malicious applications from your android device. Also some antivirus software can provide good protection while browsing internet also and hence stop malicious links right at the first instance.
3. Don’t Use Public Wi-Fi From Un-Trusted Source
Many hackers create FREE Wi-Fi zones and lure people to use internet. What the unsuspecting people don’t know is that these hackers can gain access to your personal data stored in your devices as well as steal your online transaction details. It is hence best not to use public Wi-Fi from an un-trusted source. Also disable Wi-Fi auto connect so that your phone does not fall prey to a hacker.
4. Download Application From Trusted Places
There are many applications out there in Android market and many of them contain malicious links which steal data from your device and even create a back door which gives full control of your android device to these hackers. It is hence advised to download applications from only known sources which provide genuine and good quality applications.
5. Constantly Back Up Your Data
Like any other electronic device, you cannot expect it to be working every time you need your data. Also despite having various security features, it is still quite possible that you malicious content may enter your device. At these times you can easily use the data which you backed up some time before.
6. Don’t Share Your Device
Tablets and mobile phones are meant for one person use and lack various security features for multiple users the way computers have. So anyone in possession of your device is pretty much under the possession of every data in your phone or tablet. Hence it is a good idea if you don’t share it with people and rather keep it with you.
7. Phone Tracker Softwares
As tablets and mobile phones are quite small, they can be easily carried to any place. This also increases the chances of it getting lost. It is hence best if you use phone tracking software in your device. Some of these softwares send automatic messages to a pre defined phone in case someone replaces your sim card.
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