How to Secure Your Android Mobile

Android mobile phones often get a bad rap for not being as secure as iOS devices, but it’s all about how you use them. If you want to buy Samsung mobiles or any other Android mobile device, here are some tips for securing your data and device, from providers of TeleChoice Telstra mobile plans.


Set Your Screen Lock 

This is a fast and effective way of securing your device that not only helps prevent privacy violations but also helps prevent data loss and battery loss from unintended calls and actions when an unlocked device is activated in a pocket or handbag. You can set your screen lock by opening Settings, tapping on Privacy, tapping on Lock Screen, tapping on Screen Lock Type and selecting your preference. Of course, it’s best to choose a high security option like a PIN or Password. This should be used in addition to biometrics like fingerprint or face recognition, as a criminal can simply hold the device up to your face or a photograph of your face to access the device. We can help you set this up when you get a mobile phone on any TeleChoice Telstra mobile plans. 

Use Additional Privacy Settings 

While setting your screen lock preference, you’ll notice other security and privacy settings that are very useful and highly recommended. This includes Permission Manager (controlling app permissions and access), options to send or not send diagnostic data to your mobile phone manufacturer, advanced settings, Google autofill settings (this can prevent or allow storing of credit card information on your Google account), and location history, which records or prevents the recording of GPS data about your movements. 

Put a Stop to Ad Data 

Android is run by Google, who has the ability to collect your data in order to offer custom advertising to you. Many people find this invasive, so it can be turned off. Simply go to Privacy settings at tap Ads, then move the slider to On opt out of Ad Personalisation. If you turn the slider to Off, it activates Ad Personalisation. 

Install Security Apps 

In addition to clearing out apps from unknown sources and not downloading apps without reading the reviews and ensuring they are from trusted sources; you should also download security apps. Recommended security apps include Google Play Protect (scans your apps and device for security threats), Emsissoft Mobile Security (a lightweight Android antivirus app) when you buy Samsung or other Android mobile phones. 

Buy Samsung and Other Android Mobile Phones Outright or on TeleChoice Telstra Mobile Plans  

If you are looking for affordable new or refurbished mobile phones, TeleChoice is the provider for you. In addition to offering affordable TeleChoice Telstra mobile plans that are flexible and hassle-free, TeleChoice also offers new and refurbished phones on TeleChoice mobile plans or to purchase outright. Contact us today if you are looking to buy Samsung or other Android mobile phones. 

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