I’m worried about the security of my smartphone. How do I make sure that I’m safe?

Authored by: Support.com Tech Pro Team

1. How to Secure your Smartphone or Tablet

Our smartphones are a personal device that, outside of our wallets and purses, go with us everywhere we go. Having your smartphone hacked or compromised can feel like your house was just robbed. The contents of your smartphone can also signal to intruders which valuables are most important to you, and put you at great risk for identity theft. To keep your phone and its contents safe from cyber criminals, it's important to adopt a proactive strategy to protect these devices.

Learn how to protect and secure your phone from malware and keep hackers from accessing your valuable information with the following articles:

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How to Secure an iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch

Android security screen.

 
How to Keep an Android Phone or Tablet Secure

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How to Prevent Malware on iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch

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How to Prevent Malware on an Android Phone or Tablet