We know that mostly users in the world are Android users because mostly people cannot afford the Apple. We also know that Cyber Attacks are increasing day by day and mostly hackers' target is Android system. It is very dangerous for Android users because many people manage their social media accounts, business accounts and money wallets on their Android systems. So, if Android system will hack it will be very harmful for Android users.
But it is the fact that when our system hacks, it is mostly due to our own mistake, like clicking on untrusted link, downloading Apps, Software and other materials from untrusted source or pirated system or we did not make our sensitive data, and accounts password protected.
To secure your devices from Cyber Attacks here are some security tips that will help you a lot to live Cyber Attacks free life.
Whole System Security:
Update your Android System regularly when new security patch is released by your related company.
Don't give Physical access to each friend on your devices because mostly security breaches are due to our own friends.
A secure, trusted and very powerful Antivirus software must be installed on your mobile device.
Make your mobile device offline when you are not using internet.
Switch off your devices before sleeping, so, no one can take advantage of our alone device.
Use or install some tracking chip to find your device in case of lost.
Your screen lock should be very unique and it must not be a common password like 1234 0r 0786 etc.
Use Secure Browsers like Google Chrome, Firefox etc. to access the internet.
Use the secure VPN to hide your information.
Some Apps require permissions to run. You must allow some limited Permissions to make your device secure.
Disable WiFi, location and Bluetooth services while not using because hacker mostly takes advantage of these services running freely with no usage.
Don't use buggy Apps. Always rely on trusted source.
Social Media Accounts Security:
Your social media accounts must be fully password protected.
Enable two factor Authentication of (2FA) for more security.
Don't share your personal information on social media, as well as with your every friend.
Password Security:
Your password must be very Strong including Alphabets, Numbers and Special Characters.
Always use the different Passwords for different accounts because if your one account will be hacked then there will be a great chance that your other devices will hack.
Never share your passwords with your friends.
Use secure, paid or your own built password managers to manage your passwords.
Use Bio-metric Authentication like face-locks and finger prints.
Data Security:
Your sensitive data must be Password protected.
Keep your data encrypted and also share the data encrypted to make it safe being hacked.
Always keep a backup of your sensitive data that will help you in future for recovery.
Financial Security:
Your money wallets must be password protected.
Use Secure payment methods.