The best antivirus software for smartphones
Phones and other mobile gadgets are used in virtually all areas of life, and not just for calls and messages. Their memory protects information attractive to villains. You can protect the necessary data with the help of specialized anti-virus programs. In this article we will consider the best antivirus programs for a smartphone.
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Dr.Web Light is one of the most popular free anti-virus programs for devices running the Android operating system. The free version is equipped with minimal functionality that provides protection and security of personal data stored in the gadget's memory.
Important! The developers are trying to offer each new user an assessment of the full range of features of the paid version, which can be used for free for 14 days.
Opportunities
The application makes it possible to shut down malicious programs even on a locked and infected device, while all data is saved and there is no need to redeem an unlock code from cybercriminals.
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Dr.Web anti-virus program has the following options in its functionality:
- Protects gadget and SD card memory from malware with autorun function.
- High-quality scanning of the entire system of the mobile device and the ability to check specific files and folders according to your requirement.
- The file system is constantly checked by the scanner and monitor, while attention is paid to the files that are stored in memory.
- Low consumption of resources, memory, processor, battery.
- Quarantine infected files and recover them.
- The minimum schedule at the time of updating the anti-virus databases.
- Reports on the operation of the antivirus.
Important! Compared with the free version, the paid Dr.Web software product is able to provide anti-spam protection, in addition, the Anti-Theft option is functioning and there is a Cloud Checker cloud filter.
How does the verification take place?
For the initial check of the phone for viruses, it takes a lot of time, and it takes a lot of resources. Verification is divided into several options, such as: selective, quick and complete. Settings are made in the scanner section. In the appropriate section, the Spider Guard monitor is turned on, which constantly checks applications and files. When scanning, a new technology for detecting malware Origins Tracing is applied, which operates on the principle of proactive protection.
In addition, a traditional method for detecting viruses using signature analysis is used.
to contents ↑Important! A distinctive feature of Dr.Web v.9 Anti-virus is the ability to unlock the device when it is infected with blockers.
CM Security
CM Security Antivirus was created by Cheetah Mobile. This is a good free antivirus for smartphone. The software product is completely free. The application interface is very easy to use.
A convenient navigation menu has been developed, thanks to which you can quickly go to the desired subsection.The anti-virus program blocks applications, thus cleaning the resources of the gadget from unnecessary information and accelerates its functioning.
Important! To eliminate vulnerabilities in the system, multilevel protection is provided, scanning of downloaded files and installed applications.
Features of CM Security Antivirus:
- Cleaning up RAM from unnecessary information and a built-in processor accelerator.
- Application blocking - thanks to this option, you can hide messages, photos and other data from unwanted users.
- The process of scanning installed and new software products, the entire system, the procedure for searching for trojans, viruses, adware, spyware and other malicious software.
- Protective function against theft and search of the smartphone. Thanks to this option, you can detect the location of a stolen or lost gadget on the map, as well as remotely trigger an alert on your mobile device and block the phone.
- The process of blocking fraudulent and unwanted calls.
- Ability to check for malicious memory card applications.
- Blocking websites that are not trusted.
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How it works?
After installation, it is recommended that you immediately scan the system for threats. There is support for a memory card. Upon completion of the scanning procedure, CM Security antivirus offers to use the correction of found threats in the system, in updates, in applications, the file system, and also reports the need to optimize the functioning of the system. But CM Security does not provide a choice of verification type.
Important! CM Security Anti-Virus is able to support the option of blocking URL links to sites that contain malicious content.
ESET NOD32
ESET NOD32 - Software appeared on the market many years ago, back in 1987, and still does not lose its relevance. There is a variation for desktop PCs and laptops and mobile tablets, smartphones.
Important! The main advantage of ESET NOD32 compared to other good antiviruses is that it works quite smartly and does not slow down the system, which is typical for some more powerful programs.
The free basic version with somewhat limited features can be said without problems in the Play Market. If, after testing it, you liked everything and you aim to invest a little in protecting your data, you will have to purchase a licensed ESET Mobile Security, which is valid for 12 months.
Opportunities:
- There is a personal firewall with the anti-phishing option.
- Anti-spam and anti-theft functions.
- Real-time virus detection mode using ThreatSense.Net technology.
- Scanning can be carried out according to a specified schedule or at the time of charging the gadget.
- In case of theft of the phone, even with a very low charge or disconnecting the phone, it is possible to track its location through the official website of the manufacturer of this antivirus.
Important! The application takes only 12 MB.
How does it work?
At the initial start-up, you will need to confirm the terms of the agreement on the use of the program, after which you can choose the language settings suitable for you, participate in the software support program. Next, it checks for viruses and other malicious software in real time.
Important! Due to the special font of the text in the settings, it is very easy to manage this antivirus on phones with a screen of 3.5 inches and with a display of 6 inches.
This is one of the best antiviruses for smartphones, which can offer 3 scan levels (fast, deep, intelligent), all results will be displayed at the top of the screen.If viruses are detected, they are sent to the quarantine zone and the notification will hang on the display until the programs are deleted or cured using the same antivirus.
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In this article, we examined some of the most popular programs for protecting smartphones from viruses, which for a long time remain in the lead among users. You can choose for yourself another protection option, correlating it with your requirements. But in any case, such software should be on every gadget today, at least in the form of a free utility.
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