How to keepy my Note 4 secure?

[suitebliss]

Hello -

I'm switching over from Apple (had 4 iphones) and I was wondering about how secure Android phones are compared to Apple iPhones. Just wondering if there are any apps or anything that I would need to keep my Note 4 secure......

Any suggestions would be helpful

 

[bullz7210]

Applock is great

 

[mty msi]

Lookout for anti virus & malware (free). It's the first app I install on a new phone and I do it before I do anything else to set it up.

 

[hopefulfarm]

Lookout, install and set it up

Device manager, set that up

Lock your home screen, either fingerprint scanner or use a numeric or other lock. That keeps your stuff secure if you lose the phone.

Google play, require a password for purchases.

Rocking the Note 4

 

[beavo451]

What type of security are you specifically worried about?

 

[suitebliss]

I read something about Android phones getting those Trojan horse viruses, is that true? Also, I read that one should download Nieton Security. I'm inquiring about my purchases, banking and inputting credit card information on it. Should I be?

 

[beavo451]

I read something about Android phones getting those Trojan horse viruses, is that true? Also, I read that one should download Nieton Security. I'm inquiring about my purchases, banking and inputting credit card information on it. Should I be?

Don't download random apps/files from unknown sources. Don't visit shady websites. Same stuff as computer usage. Your phone is not going to magically get a virus.

 

[suitebliss]

I read that Androids can get those Trojan Horse viruses, is that true? It was recommended that Android users should download Norton Security to the phone. I'm just concerned about using credit card info, banking and making purchases through my Note 4 (that's if I ever get it, LOL)

 

[americasteam]

Never had a virus. Don't install apps from shady sites. Stay with the Google Play Store for apps and you'll be fine.

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[sailador]

Hello -

I'm switching over from Apple (had 4 iphones) and I was wondering about how secure Android phones are compared to Apple iPhones. Just wondering if there are any apps or anything that I would need to keep my Note 4 secure......

Any suggestions would be helpful

There is an app called Finger Security; it is pretty damn tight. It secures individual app from nosy friends.

 

[fragologist]

I've been using Android for 6 years. Never had a virus. Download lookout if you are worried and stay away from apps that you don't dload directly from Google play.

 

[mty msi]

I'm thinking you're safe downloading apps from Samsung's Galaxy apps site too.

 

[pantlesspenguin]

If you happen to be on T-Mobile and are on a JUMP plan you get a free subscription to Lookout Premium which is awesome.

Like others have said, don't install shady apps. I typically only download ones that either have the Editor's Choice or Top Developer distinctions. Also, study app permissions carefully.