It takes seconds for someone to compromise privacy and security on your Android phone. Though compromise from strangers such as hackers and other cybercriminals are more commonly discussed, sometimes it is the snooping by those near you that can be the most shocking. Detecting that your phone has been tampered with is also hard for you to detect when a snoop has infiltrated your private life - and I've got help with finding out.
It doesn’t take very long for any nosy person from gaining access to your phone or change settings that grant them access in the future or remotely.
Most people wouldn’t even think to guard their Androids, especially around friends, family or familiar settings so chances are that you wouldn’t notice if your phone has been creeped on.
As a safeguard, simply follow the steps below to bolster your phone’s security, so it isn’t susceptible to hackers or snoops.
Please note settings may vary depending on your Android phone's manufacturer.
HOW TO CHANGE YOUR PRIVACY SETTINGS ON YOUR ANDROID DEVICES
It takes no time at all to input your screen lock to access your Android. While you may think more sophisticated methods are needed to gain access to your Android, it can be as easy as peering over your shoulder while you least expect it to spy on what screen lock you’ve inputted.
Once this snoop gets a good glance or even several looks over time, they can get into your phone when you set it down to use the bathroom or run to get something from another room.
Follow the quick steps below to make sure it is more difficult for snoopers to gain access to your phone.
For Most android phones:
For Google Pixel 6:
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It’s important for your security to keep your phone’s operating system updated. Any time loopholes for hackers and snoopers are discovered, usually there is an update to stop them.
To check which Android OS you’re running
Get the latest Android Updates available for you
If you get a notification, open it and select ‘update’
Get Google Play system and security updates
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