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The bluetooth and the NFC of our device help us to connect to other devices in our day to day; but it can also be used by cybercriminals in a way that we do not want, so we should only activate it when we are going to use it. As these are two gateways to our device,...

When we connect to a public Wi-Fi network, such as in airports, bars or stations, or a Wi-Fi network without a password, we should not access any website that contains sensitive information, such as banks. In public Wi-Fi networks or without a password, it would be...

Although it may be tedious, it is essential to continuously update the software of our mobile devices and all the installed applications. Every day new software vulnerabilities are discovered, which as soon as they are discovered can be used to attack us. Companies...

When installing an application, we must make sure that the permissions it requires are those necessary for the application and we do not give it more permissions than necessary. More tips

Regular backups of your device should be made to avoid data loss in the event of theft or loss. We can make these copies on an external device or upload it to the cloud, such as Google Drive, Dropbox or OneDrive. More tips

When installing an application on our device, we must always use official means such as the Apple App Store or Android Google Play. If we download the application from a third-party website, we run the risk of malware being installed. More tips

By locking the device with a password or pattern, we will prevent unwanted access to it. However, it is advisable to use a password instead of a pattern as the latter is less secure. If we have a biometric sensor, such as fingerprints or face detection, you should...

When we stop using our device, it should automatically lock after about 30 seconds. More tips