Cyber Fraud: People’s lifestyle has changed in Digital India. Now everything from food ordering to taxi booking is a one-click solution. We use Mobile App for every day work. Fraud App is taking advantage of this. So these things should be kept in mind while downloading the app.
Google, Apple store is not safe?
Now millions of apps are available on Google, Apple’s app store. These apps are installed on the mobile in just a few taps. Just pressing the install command gets the job done. This task can be as simple as it is dangerous. So there are many things to keep in mind while downloading the app.
1 Always download apps from a trusted source
Considering the speed with which cybercrime is increasing nowadays, one needs to be careful in downloading and using apps. Always download apps from a trusted source to avoid cyber fraud. There are always risks in downloading apps from third parties or dubious links. Malicious files can also be downloaded along with apps from such places, which can cause major damage.
2 Don’t give all permissions to apps without knowing it
How many permissions do you always have to grant to an app after downloading it? Apps require certain permissions for their function. But you need to be careful if an app asks for additional permissions. Do not grant unnecessary permissions to any app. This will keep your data safe, otherwise your confidential data will fall into the hands of scammers.
3 Check out the app reviews
Before downloading a new app, be sure to check its user reviews. These reviews can easily be found on Play Store or App Store. If an app gets a lot of negative reviews, it might have data management issues. So, always download the app after checking the reviews.
4 Keep an eye on your phone’s performance
Keep an eye on your phone’s performance after downloading a new app. If the phone slows down after downloading the app, ads start popping up repeatedly, or the battery drains faster than before, beware. Maybe, some malware entered the phone along with the app, these are the signs. Therefore, uninstall the concerned app immediately.
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