Smartphone Tips: If you see this sign in your smartphone, be careful, do these settings before your account gets emptied..

In today's digital era, smartphones have become a part of our lives. But as technology is growing, cases of cybercrime are also increasing rapidly. Hackers are trying to steal people's bank accounts and personal data by adopting new methods.

A small negligence, like clicking on a fake link or giving access to an unknown app, can get your entire smartphone hacked. But no need to worry, if you recognize some safety alerts of the smartphone, then you can save yourself and your money.

Signs of smartphone hacking
The phone is turning on and off repeatedly. If your smartphone is turning on and off repeatedly without any reason, then this is a big alert. This may mean that someone is controlling your phone through remote access.

If you are using it normally, yet your battery is draining faster than before, then it may mean that some malware or spyware is running in the background and stealing data.

If you are repeatedly getting calls or messages from unknown numbers, then this is a clear sign that someone is tracking your mobile. If messages are being sent automatically from your number, then that too can be the act of a hacker.

Slow running of the phone, hanging, or opening of apps automatically, all these are signs that some dangerous software is working on the phone.

If your internet data is suddenly running out fast, then this can be a sign that someone is transferring data from your phone.

If the above-mentioned signs are visible in your smartphone, then do not panic. By following the easy steps given below, you can keep your device and data safe.

Reset Factory Data
If you feel that the phone has been hacked, then immediately go and factory reset the phone. This will delete all the data of your phone, and dangerous apps or viruses will also be removed. But before this, take a backup of the important data.

Download apps from the official app store.

Download apps from the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store only. Do not download apps from any third-party or unknown website.

Do not click on unknown links.

Avoid clicking on strange links received in any SMS, email, or WhatsApp. Hackers put viruses in your phone through these.

Think before giving access to apps.

When any app asks you for access to the microphone, camera or contact list, first check whether that app is trustworthy or not. Pay attention to its reviews and ratings.

Do not share OTP and password with anyone.
If someone calls you and asks for OTP, be careful. Banks, UPI or any organization never ask for OTP on the phone.

Always keep the security settings of your smartphone updated. Make sure to apply screen lock, fingerprint, or face lock. Keep checking the permissions of apps from time to time and delete unnecessary apps.

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