We all love a good deal, and the idea of getting paid apps for free might be tempting. However, downloading apps from unofficial sources can be a risky game. Why You Should Stick to Official App Stores (like the Google Play Store or Apple App Store): What to Watch Out For: Protect Your Device: Stick […]

Android offers a world of apps, but sometimes, you might stumble upon an app that isn’t available in the Google Play Store. It might be a game a friend recommends or a productivity tool you saw on a website. Here’s the thing: installing these apps, also known as “sideloading,” can be risky for your device. […]

In today’s digital world, apps have become an indispensable part of our daily lives. While downloading apps from official app stores like the Apple App Store and Google Play is generally safer than sideloading or acquiring them from third-party sources, it’s important to remember that even official apps can pose security and privacy risks. Not […]

Most phones allow you to add apps to them manually, without using traditional stores such as Google Play and the Apple App Store. While these apps may seem useful, there’s no reliable way to tell if they’re completely safe. It’s best to avoid sideloading apps altogether unless you’re completely sure the app is legitimate.

Android is the most popular consumer computer operating system (OS) in the world. Although it has a reputation for being less safe than its main competitor, Apple’s iOS, there are steps most people can take to sharply reduce the risk to their devices and data. Let’s look at ten things you can do as an […]

Typing in your credit card number on a new website is always a risk. The data could be exposed in a breach or intercepted through a man-in-the-middle attack. Many online shops, as well as brick-and-mortar stores, now accept payments from digital wallets like Google Pay and Apple Pay.