Mobile Safety

Mobile Safety Tips

• Set up a passcode or screen lock on your mobile device.
  
  • Set up a passcode on your iPhone
    
  • Set a screen lock on your Android device
    
• If available, use biometric authentication (fingerprint or facial recognition) to further protect your mobile device.
  
  • Use Touch ID or Face ID on your iPhone
    
  • Use fingerprint authentication on your Android device
    
• Consider downloading an antivirus or anti-malware app for your mobile device.
  
  • Search through the utilities apps on the Apple App Store
    
  • View a selection of mobile security apps on the Google Play Store
    
• Regularly install OS and firmware updates when made available.
  
• Only download apps from reputable sources. Our apps can only be found on official app stores (the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store – links available here).
  
• Understand the consequences of jailbreaking iOS or rooting Android and the risks it may pose to your financial security.
  
  • Read Apple’s statement on jailbreaking
    
  • Read a Samsung article on the safety risks of rooting Android
    
• Be aware of the dangers of using unsecured public wireless networks (Wi-Fi). Consider turning off any automatic file sharing or network discovery settings on your phone. Avoid making any financial transactions, entering card information, or entering login credentials while using public Wi-Fi.