AntiVirus Security

Considering the frequency with which we use phones nowadays and the amount of personal data we store on them, security has become imperative to protect our devices and our privacy. AVG AntiVirus Security provides all the tools you need to stay protected while on the web.

Everything you need to protect your phone from malware

The interface is very user-friendly, tools are divided into four comprehensive categories.

Tap on protection and you'll be able to perform scans on the full system or certain files, scan external storage, increase protection while surfing the web, set up a scan frequency and adjust sensitivity during scans. Information on when the last scan was performed is also available.

Manage your app, set up battery alerts and clean cache

After you're done checking the phone for malware, you may increase the phone's performance by closing tasks or running apps, manage battery consumption and set alerts, clean cache and manage storage.

Also, mobile and Wi-Fi traffic since last reboost is listed under data plan for each app that you've used.

Anti-theft protection and privacy settings

Privacy settings are also available, you may lock aps, backup apps, block certain callers, wipe device or data by category. In addition, the app comes with anti-theft protection. Create an account and you get access to many facilities that will help locate your phone in case of loss or theft, all via Google Maps.

You can lock your phone and set a lock screen message, make your phone ring even in silent mode, wipe your phone or SD card.

Moreover, when 3 wrong passwords, AVG sends you an email with a photo and automatically locks your phone whenever the SIM card is replaced. However, the last two features expire after the 30 days trial period.

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