LG G Pad F 8.0 security help!

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My device:

LG G Pad F 8.0 (V495)

Application version: Chrome 83.0.4103.106

OS: Android 6.0; LG-V495 Build/MRA58K

What sort of Security programs and/or apps can I put on my device to protect from viruses and malware?

Malwarebytes app on Google Playstore says their version is not compatible with my device.

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Laura Knotek

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The best way to avoid viruses and malware is you yourself. Only download and install apps from Play Store, not from any shady sites especially those that claim to offer "free music or movies". Those sites are illegal anyway, since they steal paid apps and intellectual property, and they also are frequent sources of malware. Additionally, avoid clicking on ads and popups.

Please see the following threads: https://forums.androidcentral.com/g...-list-known-apps-aggressive-ads-new-post.html
https://forums.androidcentral.com/showthread.php?t=1015048&p=6888694&viewfull=1#post6888694
 

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That is a fairly old tablet, running an outdated version of Android. It's not surprising that apps are starting to no longer work on it. The only fix for that is upgrading to something much newer. Not only for app compatibility, but you'll also benefit from updated security patches.

Otherwise, what Laura said is spot on. You are the best defense against malware. Many people recommend against anti-malware apps on Android because current versions are super secure and those apps are often more trouble than they are worth.