Does your heart skip a beat when your phone slips from the pocket? We know how fragile our mobile phones can be, so we make sure it's got all protection, phone cover, screen guard, insurance. But we also tend to forget the security risks and skip the prep to secure our data. Android smartphones come with lots of security features and there's plenty of apps to add on to, so here's 5 simple ways to enhance your android phone's security:
1. Strong screen/app lock
Using a strong password or pattern and changing it frequently is the most simple yet effective way to secure your phone and privacy.
2. Monitoring permissions
Check and recheck the permissions granted every few months. Most apps ask for permissions that aren't even necessary for it's functions. Make sure you aren't giving access to too much of your data.
3. Screen pinning
A rather new feature in android phones, screen pinning allows you to pin current application on the screen while locking the rest of your phone. So you can hand your phone to someone without worrying about sneaking into your privacy.
4. Enable find my device
In case of stealth or lost device, enabling this simple feature would not only help you find the device, in case it isn't recoverable, it allows you to protect your critical data from being stolen as well.
5. Antivirus
Antivirus is your first layer of security. From malware to anti-theft, it's got most security issues covered. A good antivirus with newer features will relieve you from multiple security threats.
So it's that easy, with steps fewer than a cold coffee recipe you can protect your banking credentials to social media details and everything in between.
Stay protectt-ed!