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Simple Guide On Protecting Your Android Device From Malware And Hackers by tonyx4x44(m): 12:15pm On Jan 01, 2016
Summary

1. Protect your device with a lock (password, pin, fingerprint)

2. Manage your app permissions properly, this is a must for avoiding malware!

3. Disable Unknown sources in your developer options when not in use

4. Watch what you click when browsing (goes without saying)

5. Keep your OS updated as well as your apps

6. An antivirus app is not really necessary, but having one doesn't hurt if you enjoy its features.

source : http://www.boyantech.com/protect-your-android-from-hackers-and-viruses/
Re: Simple Guide On Protecting Your Android Device From Malware And Hackers by tonyx4x44(m): 2:54pm On Jan 01, 2016
detailed guide available @ source
Re: Simple Guide On Protecting Your Android Device From Malware And Hackers by daphid25(m): 11:51pm On Jan 01, 2016
I don't use pattern lock or password, No hacker, I repeat, no hacker can hack my c8
Re: Simple Guide On Protecting Your Android Device From Malware And Hackers by tonyx4x44(m): 8:02am On Jan 02, 2016
daphid25:
I don't use pattern lock or password, No hacker, I repeat, no hacker can hack my c8


the emphasis on a phone lock is to prevent cases of analogue hacking, it can not protect you from malicious links or apps.


an example of what I mean:

leaving your device unlocked can expose you to malware, as it takes someone with bad intentions only a few seconds to install a spy app or something similar unto your device.
Re: Simple Guide On Protecting Your Android Device From Malware And Hackers by badonkadonk: 10:08am On Jan 03, 2016
daphid25:
I don't use pattern lock or password, No hacker, I repeat, no hacker can hack my c8

What then do u use?
Re: Simple Guide On Protecting Your Android Device From Malware And Hackers by jessejane(f): 6:34pm On Jan 03, 2016
daphid25:
I don't use pattern lock or password, No hacker, I repeat, no hacker can hack my c8


what do you use that gives you such assurance?
Re: Simple Guide On Protecting Your Android Device From Malware And Hackers by daphid25(m): 7:22pm On Jan 04, 2016
jessejane:



what do you use that gives you such assurance?
I'm a hacker
Re: Simple Guide On Protecting Your Android Device From Malware And Hackers by tonyx4x44(m): 3:06pm On Jan 05, 2016
daphid25:

I'm a hacker

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Re: Simple Guide On Protecting Your Android Device From Malware And Hackers by tonyx4x44(m): 7:31am On Jan 14, 2016
daphid25:

I'm a hacker

what do you specialize in?
Re: Simple Guide On Protecting Your Android Device From Malware And Hackers by daphid25(m): 9:35am On Jan 14, 2016
tonyx4x44:

what do you specialize in?
You have a job for me?

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