Antiviruses have been around for long, it became integral for computers but as most work is getting done through cell phones, viruses are evolving for maligning our pocket devices.
Mobile phones support banking transactions, emails, GPS, gaming and browsing all of which makes it susceptible to attacks. Today phone users need to be more aware of the security threats that come with convenience and be conscious of android app security.
Recently, new joker malware surfaced for which playstore removed tens of apps, a phone trojan that could steal your data, hijack your browsing history or even send chargeable messages. Although our devices are said to have adequate security features and assurance of playstore there have been incidents of malware like the dresscode, gunpoder, shedun, hummingBad, etc. that surpassed Google's security. Malware for mobile devices are advancing faster than android's security causing threat to your privacy, money and psychology.
Though users must observe behaviour of device, not download apps from unknown sources, not give permissions blindly, but the first sensible layer of protection to your device and data would be good antivirus protection.
The antivirus for mobile devices offer a bundle of security features:
● File Scanning
Look for any malware infected files or applications and suggest next logical step to protect your device.
● Privacy Scanning
Reviews for you if any application is causing threat to your privacy, stealing data without you knowing.
● Wi-Fi Scanning
Provides protection from unsafe WiFi networks and notifies before connecting to any.
● Safe browsing
Cloaks IP address and location with the help of VPN, from cybercriminals, websites and avoid targeted ads, cyberbullying and such browsing threats.
● Anti-theft
Ensures safety of your data in case of stealth or lost device by blocking access to your critical data and deleting it from device if necessary.
● Breach Report
Provides you with a database of incidents of data breaches happening everywhere, so you know how your critical data might get breached, to keep your data safe from breaches.
● Security Update
Keeps you up-to-date with the latest security issues that your device might be prone to and the status of your device's security.
A good antivirus is a must to have a secure smartphone experience. There are many apps out there but you must choose for yourself one that suits your needs, provides most safety and is updated with the latest issues.
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