{"id":4555,"date":"2015-08-17T17:06:12","date_gmt":"2015-08-17T07:06:12","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.techdaily.com.au\/b2\/?p=4555"},"modified":"2015-08-17T17:06:12","modified_gmt":"2015-08-17T07:06:12","slug":"staying-safe-on-android","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/techdaily.com.au\/b2\/staying-safe-on-android\/","title":{"rendered":"Staying safe on Android"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.techdaily.com.au\/b2\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/android-security_th.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft  wp-image-4556\" src=\"http:\/\/www.techdaily.com.au\/b2\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/android-security_th-300x205.jpg\" alt=\"android-security_th\" width=\"180\" height=\"123\" srcset=\"https:\/\/techdaily.com.au\/b2\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/android-security_th-300x205.jpg 300w, https:\/\/techdaily.com.au\/b2\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/android-security_th-150x103.jpg 150w, https:\/\/techdaily.com.au\/b2\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/android-security_th-80x55.jpg 80w, https:\/\/techdaily.com.au\/b2\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/android-security_th-480x330.jpg 480w, https:\/\/techdaily.com.au\/b2\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/android-security_th-75x50.jpg 75w, https:\/\/techdaily.com.au\/b2\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/android-security_th.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 180px) 100vw, 180px\" \/><\/a>Google\u2019s Android operating system is the mode widely used across the globe on mobile devices, but due to this popularity it\u2019s a prime target for cyber criminal activities. \u00a0 \u00a0So now do you keep\u00a0Android device safe?<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Trend Micro Australia has published the following\u00a0security tweaks you can do to make sure that your device and the data in it is protected:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Lock the screen<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Enabling a screen unlock code will prevent an outsider\u2014or a device thief\u2014from accessing your mobile data, even if your phone gets stolen.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Protect your data<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Android virtually comes with pre-installed security measures that can be easily accessed and enabled from the security submenu. The Android security screen also includes an option to encrypt the device. Enabling this option will help protect sensitive information (like corporate data) stored in the device.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Strengthen passwords and app permissions<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Google does a fine job at synching their updates with Android devices. However, some manufacturers take a little more time to update. Remember to check the features that you allow the app to access, and don\u2019t forget to use strong and unique passwords. Note that passwords can be cracked, and if you re-use your passwords, hackers can effortlessly guess the passwords on your other accounts.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Security apps<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 it\u2019s always a good idea to make use of security apps. An app that offers anti-theft features like remote wipe-out, tracking, and locking, as well as malware scanning and detection can help mitigate potential threats. [See how\u00a0<strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.trendmicro.com\/us\/home\/products\/mobile-solutions\/android-security\/\">Mobile Security for Android Smartphones and Tablets<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0can help you protect your device and improve device performance]<\/li>\n<li><strong>Connect to secure networks<\/strong>\u00a0&#8211; when you\u2019re in a rush, or when there seems to be no other alternative network, it seems practical to connect to public Wi-Fi. But before you do, think twice. Unsecured Wi-Fi networks can be used to stage man-in-the-middle attacks where data can be intercepted by a third party.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Avoid rooting or your device<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Before rooting your Android device, consider the pros and cons first. While it allows you more control over your device, it could also allow unsigned apps, including malicious ones, access to your data. This also makes it difficult to patch and update your OS and apps, which could leave your device vulnerable.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Download from official app stores<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Downloading from third-party app stores is one of the easiest ways for any mobile device to get infected with malware. Limiting your apps to those from official app stores (like the Google Play app store) can lower the risks.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Get more Android security tips and info from\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.trendmicro.com.au\/vinfo\/au\/security\/news\/android\">http:\/\/www.trendmicro.com.au\/vinfo\/au\/security\/news\/android<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp; Google\u2019s Android operating system is the mode widely used across the globe on mobile devices, but due to this popularity it\u2019s a prime target for cyber criminal activities. \u00a0 \u00a0So now do you keep\u00a0Android device safe? 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