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How to Secure Your Smartphone: 10 Practical Steps

A clear guide to protecting your device, accounts, personal data and mobile payments.

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How to Secure Your Smartphone: 10 Practical Steps

Use a strong screen lock, install updates, review app permissions and prepare for loss or theft to reduce the risk of someone accessing your smartphone.

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