Smartphones today are not just used for making calls or messaging, but are also being used for a variety of purposes, from a mini computer to a camera. Highlights
Nowadays, phones are not used just for calls or messages.
Smartphones are being used for many purposes ranging from mini computers to cameras.
Cyber criminals always keep an eye on the phone.
Smartphones today are not just used for calls or messages, but are being used for many purposes, from mini computers to cameras. Now everything from bank details to social media accounts, emails, personal chats, photos, videos and biometric data is stored in the phone. In such a situation, cyber criminals always keep an eye on your phone. Here we are telling you how to protect your phone from being hacked and what to do if it happens.
If you notice strange behavior in your phone like apps that you did not download have appeared, the battery is draining fast or you are getting pop-ups, then there is a possibility that your phone has been hacked. When the phone is hacked, someone else gets access to your device and personal data. Cyber criminals do this to steal your money, steal your personal information or keep an eye on your activity.
What to do
If you see anything like this then first of all turn off the internet in your phone.
Apart from this, you should delete those apps from the phone which you have not installed.
At the same time, you should change the passwords of all important accounts.
You can re-login to your email, banking apps, and social media accounts.
You can call your network provider to check for any suspicious activity and if any service has started, you can get it stopped.
Apart from this, you can install any mobile security app or any antivirus which provides real time security.
Points to note
You should always download apps from the official Google Play Store or Apple App Store for your safety.
One should never click on any suspicious link received in email or message.
You should always keep your phone updated with the latest software so that your security remains better.
A strong security lock should be used in the phone. Apart from this, two-factor authentication should be kept on.
Avoid using public Wi-Fi and always use a VPN if needed.
If your phone looks different then you should take immediate action on it.
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