Lock your smartphone

Most smartphone users have a large amount of personal information on their phones. Most Android phones have photos, phone contacts, messages, Facebook accounts, Twitter accounts, and the like. All of this is valuable to users, and criminals attack users in an attempt to compromise their security and obtain personal information for malicious use. As a result of all this, Android phones are affected by Trojan horses and other types of malware.

The security of phones is not considered as important as that of a computer, and to make matters worse, mobile malware is still in its early stages, so you may not even notice when it strikes. Smartphone users are highly recommended to download a security app that can protect them from cybercriminals and other malicious attacks, and even though most of these security apps are usually free.

Installing an antivirus program is the first step you should take. It comes with features like remote wipe that helps you securely delete all data stored on your phone in case of loss. It also supports GPS tracking to find it if it’s lost or stolen, and SMS spam blocking to filter incoming emails. The search for malware is, of course, the main responsibility of the antivirus.

One of the popular and free apps is called “Lookout Mobile Security”. It automatically scans new apps you install on your phone and any existing malware threats. The ones that aren’t free and need a subscription to access include Symantec Norton Mobile Security (beta version), AVG Antivirus, and McAfee Wave Secure.

iPhone owners need not worry about malware, as Apple is strict about what is for sale in its app stores. However, you never know what might come your way, which is why your phone’s security is a must.

One of Apple’s mobile security apps is called Find my iPhone as part of iCloud services. Offers tracking and remote wipe service. This is offered to any iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch owner for free. This app can remotely lock and delete information saved on your smartphone. GPS can track you, set a passcode remotely, and locate you anywhere around or inside the house by displaying a message on the screen with an alarm sound.

Note: When choosing a smartphone antivirus program, it’s safer to stick with well-known brands. Otherwise, you risk getting infected with malware disguised as an antivirus application.