I’m a phone expert – the eight ways to protect your device from hackers including what to do when using public Wi-Fi

THERE are eight ways to protect your device from hackers, according to a phone expert.

Hackers are using undetectable spyware to hack into your phone; following these tips are an easy way to keep your phone and personal information safe.

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Hacking has become increasingly common to access someone personal information as more people use the digital space to store information.

Smart phones are one of devices people used frequently for information storage. These tips from can help keep your device secure at all times.

The first and most crucial step to keeping your phone secure is adding a pin, according to this website.

This step will prevent anyone from simply unlocking your phone. Its also recommended to create a complex pin instead of a commonly used combination like 1234 or 9999.

Another tip in keeping your phone protected is to not download apps from unknown sources.

Downloading apps from mysterious third party sources can lead to unknown malware being install. iPhone users shouldn’t download apps outside of the App Store to prevent this from happening, according to the website.

If you have an Android, the Google Play Store has a feature called Google Play Protect which scans the apps within its store to make sure its safe for you to download. .

Another way to keep your device protected is to make sure its updated.

Delaying updating your phone can put it at risk for potential hackings.

The phone updates you receive can contain the most recent security measures to ensure your device is being protected.

These updates are essential for apps too.

App updates usually contain improved security measures as well.

Its best to have a Virtual Private Network (VPN) when using public networks. These help create a secure network for your device when using other WIFI networks.

Installing a two-factor authentication can also help keep your social media accounts safe.

It’s also a good idea to install an Anti-Malware Program and to enable find my device in case your phone is ever lost.

Lastly, its great to review app permissions on your phone ever so often to see what apps are taking your data. Sometimes apps can take your data without asking for permission so this is the best way to see what data is being shared.