Security and privacy should always come first. You can enjoy a safe environment on smartphones by following some simple guidelines.

1. Don’t ignore updates

One of the easiest ways to protect your device from viruses and other malware is to update your operating system in a timely manner. Software developers release security patches every month: If you want to check for available updates, go to settings and tap “Basic” – “Software Update” on iOS and “Phone Info” or similar on Android.

You also need to keep your apps up to date. To get the latest software, go to the “Updates” section in the app store and click “Update all”.

2. Change privacy settings

It’s no secret that Apple and Google collect and analyze a lot of information from devices to create a detailed user profile. That’s why the company knows all your activities on the internet, the places you visit, what vehicles you usually use, and much more.

3. Use end-to-end encryption messengers

We are sending more and more personal data through messengers. That’s why it’s so important to choose options that provide end-to-end encryption for outgoing content. What will you choose?

• Signal is a privacy-oriented program that does not process any information about you, except for encrypting messages.
• WhatsApp – enabled by default via encryption. However, if you’re worried that other companies will be watching you, it’s not the best option.
• Telegram – but only private chats have end-to-end encryption. Others are encrypted on the server.

4. Uninstall unused programs.

Many app developers track your movements even if you don’t open their apps. That’s why it’s important to uninstall any software you no longer use. You can reinstall them from the app store if you need them later.

5. Do not save passwords in the browser

It is really convenient to store passwords in the browser. However, if someone manages to access your smartphone and open a browser, they will have instant access to all your accounts. To understand the gravity of the problem, imagine what could happen if this person managed to gain access to your bank account.

So the easiest solution is to not store your passwords in the browser. When the browser offers to save the data, reject it. If necessary, install password manager .