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Online privacy is becoming more and more difficult to achieve as state bodies and online
criminals are using ever more sophisticated methods to monitor our activity, and even the apps
and programs we use every day, such as Facebook, seek to harvest our information to prop up
their advertising revenues.

We are just as vulnerable to this intrusion on our mobiles as we are on our computers, and it is
vital that we all take steps to secure our privacy, whether we use an iPhone, Android phone, or
one of the many others out there. Fortunately, there are plenty of apps out there to help you
achieve this. So without further ado, here is a rundown of the 5 essential privacy apps for your
mobile.

1. An Anti-virus app – Recommended: 360 Security

Everyone has an anti-virus program on their computers, but they are still not ubiquitous on our
smartphones. But they should be, as regardless of which operating system you are on, your
smartphone is still vulnerable to viruses.

There are a number of good options on the market, including apps by some of the big names in
online anti-virus software such as AVG, McAfee Security, and Norton Mobile Security. But my
recommendation would have to be 360 Security.

360 security claims to have more than 200 million users globally. They offer real-time protection
against viruses, Trojans, and malware, privacy functions to help you protect private messages
and contact lists, and a filter service for both calls and SMSs.

As well as these essential features they also offer a ‘Boost’ feature which helps to manage your
phones memory to ensure it running optimally. It’s cleaning function also helps you to fully
remove unwanted apps too, making this the complete anti-virus app for Android and iOS
devices.

2. A Mobile Security App - Recommended:
Lookout Mobile Security

https://www.lookout.com/uk/

In addition to an anti-virus app, it is also
advisable to download a mobile security app.

Again there are plenty out there, but the pick of the bunch at the moment is without doubt
Lookout Mobile Security.

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