Security
Android OS has its own vulnerabilities that expose it to cyber attackers, data miners and thieves. While we can’t avoid these entirely, the best we can do is build walls around it to make it tougher to breach. Here’s how:
Set up a security lock
Use either a pattern, pin or password (I recommend password) lock to prevent unwanted access to your phone. Finger print-based security locks or face locks sound fancy, but are not fool-proof, and don’t provide extra security.
How to do it?
On your Android phone, go to Settings> Security> select Screen Lock. Choose from Pattern, Pin or Password to setup lock.
Encrypt your phone
If your phone has sensitive data, encryption will help protect it from being copied physically when it’s misplaced or stolen.
How to do it?
Go to Settings>Security in your Android phone and select Encrypt Phone. Ensure your phone’s battery is fully charged and is connected to the charger during the encryption as it may take nearly an hour.