by Dan Sullivan
There are around 7.7 billion people in the world today and about 2.5 billion people use smartphones. That is many people!
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With more persons doing almost everything on their phone these days, there needs to be some sort ofprotection for their private information. No one is safe if our information is available everybody.
There are a lot of infected links and malware thatwe can get over the internet. Hence, the need for antiviruses for phones. Hackers can access your personal data and even bank details just by a click on the wrong link on your path. We have to take measures to prevent this.
In view of this, we have compiled a list of the best android antiviruses in the market for you to download via the play store.
Avast mobile security is well known and used by many people all over the world. It is a free app. Although, it has in-app purchases that enable you prevent ads and lock your apps. There are other awesome features like camera trap, SIM security and so on available to you.
With ease this antivirus engine scans for any viruses, spyware, threatening or infected trojans or apps and protects you from them. Files for download are scanned to make sure thatthey are safe for you. The goal is to always keep you secure.
If you are on a tight budget, you can opt for the free version getting no in-app purchases. It still protects you from all threats that can affect your device and have a negative impact on you.
Unique Properties of Avast Mobile Security
● It features a web shield to enable you browse the web safely.
● There is a junk cleaner to help you clean out residual and junk files.
● It offers you insights into how much time you spend on each app on your phone.
● You have access to a photo vault which keeps your pictures from unsolicited access.
Norton Security & Antivirus is one of the best antiviruses for android devices .The app has a free and paid version. The latest update of the free antivirus still provides security for your smartphone. This antivirus app boasts of a 100% ability to detect and remove spyware, malware and viruses.
Another good thing about this antivirus is that it blocks calls and SMS you prefer to avoid. It can also lock your device to prevent data theft. If you misplace your phone, it triggers the alarm to help you find it.
Norton also has other apps that are available to you for free on the app store. Such apps are the password manager and app locker. If you are loving the antivirus app and want to go premium, there is a 30-day free trial for you.
Unique Properties of Norton Security & Antivirus
● There is Safe Search for browsing sites that may be unsafe.
● It allows you to block unwanted calls and mute spam.
● It scans your WIFI and notifies you if there are any unsecure WIFI connections.
● It takes pictures of those accessing your phone without permission.
Kaspersky is an exceptional security app and by far one of the best android antivirus apps. There is a free version that comes with in-app purchases and a paid version. The free version offers scanning of malware, viruses and other threats. The paid version offers protection in real-time, anti-phishing and anti-theft. It also includes an app locker to proffer extra protection to your important apps.
Like Norton Security & Antivirus you can get a 30 days free trial for the premium package.
Unique Properties of Kaspersky Mobile Antivirus
● There is a “find my phone” feature to locate your device if it gets lost.
● It does a background check for your downloaded apps.
● There is a call filter to block spam and unwanted calls.
● Protects against trojans, malware and viruses.
From the name you know that the app is free. It is also a superb antivirus for your android devices. It is very lightweight and uses the in-the-cloud scanning technology. It makes it super fast at scanning your smartphone. You do not have to worry about your phone being hot and the battery getting drained. It also doesn’t slow down your device.
Before you instal apps, the antivirus makes it a duty to scan them to prevent unnecessary threats. Real-time protection is an important feature which it has.
Bitdefender also offers a paid version called Bitdefender Mobile Security & Antivirus. If you need to test the waters before you decide tobuy it, there is a 14 days free trial. The premium version gives account privacy, web security, app locker, anti-theft, etc.
Unique Properties of Bitdefender Antivirus Free
● Offers Smart Unlock which lets you unlock apps over a trusted WIFI connection.
● Web protection which scans malware, adware and other threats when browsing the internet.
● Virtual Private Network (VPN) to give you access to blocked websites.
● Supports Android Wear devices.
Sophos is a free antivirus app that is excellent at what it does. It won the AV-TEST Awards in 2016. AV-TEST is an independent IT security institute. Sophos has a lot of amazing features and to top it all off, it shows no Ads. Apart from protecting your device from malware, it also allows you access to an app locker with loss and theft protection. There is even a security adviser to advice you on how to optimise the app.
The credibility of Sophos is not a question because there are over a million downloads from the Play Store. It does what it is supposed to do, and it does it pretty well.
Unique Properties of Sophos Mobile Security
● You can block spam calls.
● You can protect your apps with a passcode.
● You can filter the web to block threatening websites.
● It has a WIFI security feature which protects you from meddlers who want to snoop.
McAfee is an award-winning antivirus with so many awards under its belt. We love this app because most of the advanced features are available on the McAfee free app. Some of the advanced features are, battery optimizer, anti-theft, WIFI security, security lock, memory cleaner etc. The fact that it gives a tutorial for every feature makes it very easy to use and navigate through.
The pro version is expensive when compared with other antivirus apps but it only has a few extra features than the free version.
Another downside is that the pro version is that it is harder to set up and use. Still, McAfee is one of the best antivirus apps for your android phone.
Unique Properties of McAfee Mobile Security & Lock
● You can wipe your data if you lose your phone or it gets stolen.
● Thief cam captures the photos of intruders.
● The anti-theft uninstall protection which prevents thieves from uninstalling the antivirus app.
● Also supports Android Wear devices.
Security Master is an upgrade from the original CM Security app. The number of downloads with high ratings don’t lie so it is a good antivirus to use on your smartphone. With it, your phone is secure and safe from all adware, malware, viruses and other threats. If you cannot afford the paid version, the free one has a lot of awesome features that would be of use to you. These features are message security, app locker, WIFI security, junk cleaner, scanner, phone booster, notification cleaner and so much more.
You can also browse some popular apps such as Youtube, Facebook, etc within the app without having to worry about your safety.
Unique Properties of Security Master
● There is an anti-theft alarm.
● Can capture pictures of intruders.
● Can hide notification previews to ensure message security.
● VPN to access blocked websites.
This anti virus was given the top rated status by the AV-TEST. It is a free antivirus app for your phone that keeps its performance optimized. It protects your phone from many threats plus it has anti-phishing and anti-hacking features.
It could also close background apps that compete for bandwidth therebyincreasing the speed of your internet connection. A disadvantage though, is the annoying ads thatit displays. You can go around that by paying for the yearly subscription.
Unique Properties of DFNDR Security
● Applock
● Cleans up the cache and junk files.
● Provides anti-phishing and anti-hacking features.
● Assistant which sends updates frequently on getting the best out of the antivirus.
This antivirus was developed by AVG Technology as a subsidiary to Avast software. It provides the regular features that other good antiviruses offer. However, the advanced features are only available during a 14 day free trial after which you have to buy it.
Unique Properties of AVG AntiVirus
● Can lock photos.
● Boosts performance and increase battery life.
● Can capture photos and record audio of intruders.
Though not widely known, Avira is an antivirus that can be trusted. Most of the important features are available in the free version.
There is a phone tracker to track your phone if it gets lost or stolen. It can scan your external storage if need be. The antivirus also tells you how well apps are doing in terms of privacy.
Unique Properties of Avira Antivirus Security
● Advisor which tells you how apps use your information.
● Protection from ransomware.
● Captures photos of intruders.
With all these antiviruses, you don’t have to worry about leaving your data unprotected. Download one of them and be secure!
About Dan Sullivan
Dan Sullivan is a renowned professor and esteemed education writer with a passion for inspiring students and transforming the field of education. With a diverse background in academia and practical teaching experience, he has become a leading figure in educational research and pedagogy.
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