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Don’t jailbreak your phone or tablet

It’s not as popular as it was in the early 2010s, but jailbreaking (or rooting) a mobile device is still a risky practice. It removes many built-in protections and allows the installation of unapproved applications. Stick with the standard OS and keep it updated.

Secure your mobile device with a PIN and/or biometrics

What if you left your phone behind in a public place? Without a passcode on the lock screen, its contents would be fully accessible to anyone who had it. Configure a passcode, along with other even more secure options such as a fingerprint or facial recognition scan, if available on your device.

Is your smartphone safe?

5 things you need to know before connecting to public Wi-Fi

Thinking of connecting to a public Wi-Fi network? Here’s what you need to know first.

What does a properly secured smartphone look like?

Protecting your smartphone is absolutely essential these days. 

Total Defense Mobile Security Scores A+, Ranked as Top Performer by AV-Comparatives

In the Android anti-virus test by AV-Comparatives.com dedicated to efficacy in protecting against the top 1,000 most common Android malware threats of 2016, Total Defense has been recognized as identifying 100% of the Android malware threats. Total Defense Mobile Security protects your mobile devices while you bank, shop, and connect on social networks. A smart […]

What you need to know about mobile payment solutions

Those looking to use mobile payment solutions should be mindful of security concerns.