Secure your mobile device:
- Use a password or passcode
Make sure you use a password or passcode that is difficult for others to guess. - Install security apps
Install security software on to your phone to protect your phone from unauthorised use if lost or stolen. - Be wary of downloading apps
Only download apps from a trusted source and be wary of downloading apps from sites and links that you cannot easily identify. - Use a secure Wi-Fi connection
When connecting to Wi-Fi networks, verify that the network is secure or an official network such as an airport or caf'9. - Never leave your things unattended
Never leave your device unattended in public places so you can protect it from physical theft. - Keep your software up to date
Update your operating system and security software regularly to improve your device’s security. - Be aware of what you click on
Be aware of what links you click on and where they’re taking you. Do not click on any suspicious links.