Many people think of antivirus software as something they only need on Windows laptops and PCs but you should really have it on your Android phone as well. Hackers are constantly developing new ways to get your phone infected with malware that can take your identity and cause havoc. They can also transform your phone into a spying device for criminals. Google Play is doing its best to eliminate malware-ridden apps, however many still slip through. A antivirus program is an excellent idea since it will scan your device and alert you to suspicious text messages sites, Wi-Fi networks and websites, plus offer an anti-theft feature that lets you locate your device that was stolen and wipe the data from it remotely.

Bitdefender Mobile Security is a top-quality security tool. It was awarded a top rating from AV Comparatives, a different independent lab for testing. It does more than just scan for malware, though it comes with an App Advisor that warns you about potentially risky apps prior to downloading it, as well as other useful features such as a junk file cleanup as well as a privacy booster that can improve performance and an integrated Wi-Fi scanner to help protect your data.

AVG’s free Android antivirus is a top product which goes beyond the mundane scanning of files and apps with a variety of useful tools like an anti-theft system that can track your device, snap photos of a person who has taken it and wipe your data remotely and also a junk-file cleaner, a performance boost, and a Wi-Fi scanner to ensure that you aren’t being hacked or overloaded by your wireless provider. It’s not the most user-friendly interface, but it is effective and has excellent virus detection scores.

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