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Is your phone running slower, heating up for no reason or displaying strange ads?
These are signs that it may be infected with malware.Dry Telecom+2TecMundo+2We Live Security+2TecMundo+3SegInfo+3We Live Security+3
Fortunately, there are reliable applications that detect and remove these threats, protecting your data and privacy.Dry Telecom
In this article, we present the best apps to check if your smartphone is compromised and how to protect yourself.We Live Security+1ESET+1
Signs that your cell phone may be infected
Look out for the following symptoms:ESET+3Zap Tips+3Dry Telecom+3
- Slow performance: Applications crashing or operating system responding slowly. Zap Tips+4Me Help PicPay+4We Live Security+4
- Overheating: The device heats up even without heavy use. OverBR
- Battery draining fast: The charge lasts less than usual. TecMundo+1Dry Telecom+1
- Pop-up ads: Invasive advertising appearing outside of apps.
- Unknown applications: Icons of apps you haven't installed appearing in the menu. Help Me PicPay+1TecMundo+1
- Excessive data consumption: Unexplained high internet usage. AI's – Artificial Intelligence+8techtudo+8We Live Security+8
- Strange messages or calls: Sending SMS or calls that you did not make. Help Me PicPay
Applications to detect and remove threats
Check out some of the best free antiviruses available for Android and iOS:Dry Telecom
Avast Mobile Security
- Resources: Malware protection, spam call blocking and firewall.techtudo+8Dry Telecom+8ESET+8
- Available for: Android and iOS.SegInfo
Bitdefender Mobile Security
- Resources: Real-time malware detection, privacy protection and built-in VPN.
- Available for: Android and iOS.
Kaspersky Mobile Antivirus
- Resources: Scan for malicious apps, block dangerous websites and protect against theft.Dry Telecom
- Available for: Android and iOS.
Norton Mobile Security
- Resources: App analytics, phishing protection, and Wi-Fi security.
- Available for: Android and iOS.
Tips for keeping your cell phone safe
- Download apps only from official stores: Avoid installing apps from unknown sources.Help Me PicPay+4Dry Telecom+4Zap Tips+4
- Check app permissions: Be wary of apps that request access to unnecessary data.Dry Telecom+1Estadão+1
- Keep your operating system up to date: Updates fix security vulnerabilities.AI's – Artificial Intelligence
- Avoid clicking on suspicious links: Do not open links from unknown senders or suspicious messages.Zap Tips+2Dry Telecom+2Me Help PicPay+2
- Use two-factor authentication: Add an extra layer of security to your accounts.We Live Security+6IA's – Artificial Intelligence+6Dry Telecom+6
Download security apps
- Avast Mobile Security for Android
- Avast Mobile Security for iOS
- Bitdefender Mobile Security for Android
- Bitdefender Mobile Security for iOS
- Kaspersky Mobile Antivirus for Android
- Kaspersky Security Cloud for iOS
- Norton Mobile Security for Android
- Norton Mobile Security for iOS
Protect your smartphone against digital threats and keep your data safe with these trusted apps.