PhoneDefensePro

Defend your phone in a few steps

Plain‑English actions that measurably reduce risk—updates, permissions, safer browsing, and recovery prep.

Run a Safe Scan See quick guide
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Quick hardening guide

Update & clean

  • Install OS/app updates; enable auto‑updates.
  • Remove apps you don’t use; fewer apps → fewer risks.

Permissions

  • Review camera/mic/location access; deny by default.
  • Turn off “install unknown apps” unless necessary.

Browser & links

  • Prefer HTTPS‑Only mode; avoid sideloaded browsers.
  • Use a reputable tool to block known‑bad sites.

Scan URLs & Downloads

Common threats (and fast defenses)

ThreatWhat it looks likeFast defense
Phishing pagesBrand‑lookalike logins, fake delivery or tax notices.Don’t click from SMS/emails; open the official app/site directly. Use a filter that blocks known‑bad domains.
Malicious downloads“Cleaner”/“update” apps outside official stores.Install from Play Store/App Store only; scan downloads.
Smishing (SMS)Urgent link for refunds, failed packages, or banking alerts.Ignore and check directly in your bank/delivery app.
Excessive permissionsWallpaper/filters asking for camera, mic, or location.Revoke anything a feature doesn’t truly need.

Next steps

  • Turn on device‑wide backups for faster recovery.
  • Update your router firmware; change default admin password.
  • Audit browser extensions; remove anything you don’t recognize.

Start Secure Scan