If you suspect your device has been infected with spyware, there are several steps you can take to diagnose and remediate the infection:
- Run a virus scan. Many anti-virus programs offer an option to scan your device for any malicious activity or potential malware.
- Check for unauthorized programs. Make sure that all software installed on your device is approved by you or a reputable source.
- Disable auto-run. Most malware programs rely on auto-run scripts to install themselves on a device without the user's knowledge.
- Check your firewall settings. Configure your firewall settings to detect, block, and/or notify you of any unknown attempts to access your device.
- Disable pop-up ads. Configure your browser to block any unauthorized pop-up advertisements.