Secure your mobile phone

Lock your screen with a pin code or password. While this seems simple, anything that provides an extra layer of difficulty for an untrustworthy user is beneficial. Here are more tips.

How to keep your phone secure:

1 Safe lock: Lock your screen with a pin code or password. While this seems simple, anything that provides an extra layer of difficulty for an untrustworthy user is beneficial.

2 Enable remote services: All major smartphone operating systems can be enabled with some or all of these features: remote lock, remote wipe, and even GPS location (for finding where your phone went) are available in many cases.

3 Create data backup: Have a backup of your data either through a product that offers this functionality, or copy your documents, pictures and information to your computer. This helps restoring data in case of a loss, theft, or any damage to the phone.

4. Use anti-virus: The mobile malware landscape is developing quickly than ever before, due to increased reliance on smartphones for everyday tasks, such as banking, paying bills, and managing finances. As a result, malware writers will likely show an ever increasing interest in gaining access to your money.

(With inputs from Jagannath Patnayak, Kaspersky Lab)