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Swipe to discover how to configure your antivirus, optimize its features, and maintain comprehensive security on your mobile.

Installation and first configurations

1. Official download
   • Open Google Play (Android) or the App Store (iOS) and search for your chosen app: Avast Mobile Security, Bitdefender Antivirus Free, or Norton Mobile Security.
   • Click “Install” and wait for the download to complete.
2. Minimum permissions
   • When you open the app for the first time, grant it only what is strictly necessary: access to storage to scan files, SMS if it offers message antiphishing, and location if it has anti-theft.
   • Reject extra requests like contacts or camera, unless you use very specific features.
3. Initial scan
   • After accepting terms, start a full scan: This scans all your apps and files for known threats.
   • Review the list of detections (if any) and choose “Quarantine” or “Delete” based on the app’s recommendation.

With these steps, you'll have your protection base ready to act against malware and phishing from the very first moment.

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Optimizing strains and alerts

• Scheduled Scan
  • In Avast and Norton, go to Settings > Scheduled Scan and choose daily/weekly frequency at a time when you don't use your phone (for example, early in the morning).
  • In Bitdefender, create a manual routine: enable quick scan in the main menu and schedule internal reminders.
• Exclusions and priorities
  • If you trust any folder or app, add it to Exclusions to avoid unnecessary scans that slow down the system.
  • Adjust the heuristic level: a higher level detects new threats, but may consume more CPU.
• Smart Notifications
  • Activate alerts new threats and protection status to receive instant alerts.
  • Enables the silent mode either battery optimization during hours of intensive use (gaming, video), so that the antivirus does not interrupt.

With these settings, you'll have an ideal balance between safety and performance, without sacrificing autonomy.

Continuous security best practices

1. Automatic updates
   • Active in Play Store/App Store the option of update only via Wi-Fi, ensuring that your antivirus always has the latest definitions and patches.
2. Regular backup
   • Use the function of back of the app (Avast and Norton offer it) to save contacts and photos in the encrypted cloud, so that an attack or loss does not erase your data.
3. Avoid public networks without VPN
   • Even with antiphishing, open Wi-Fi can intercept your credentials. Always connect using the Integrated VPN or install an external service if your antivirus doesn't include it.
4. Application Review
   • Before installing, check permits and in-store reviews; be wary of apps with few downloads or negative reviews.
5. Update the operating system
   • Keep your Android or iOS up to date: Each patch fixes vulnerabilities that antivirus software can't address on its own.

Adopting these routines will strengthen your protection and prevent most common attacks.

Data and privacy care

• Permission management
  • In Settings > ApplicationsPeriodically check which apps have access to your camera, microphone, and location. Revoke unnecessary permissions.
• Strong authentication
  • Active two-factor authentication for your important accounts (Google, Apple ID, banking). The antivirus doesn't protect passwords, but it does block phishing attempts.
• Encrypted storage
  • If your antivirus allows it, encrypt sensitive folders (banking documents, private photos) within the app or use operating system tools.
• Safe browsing
  • Trust only in protected browsers and avoid opening suspicious links in messaging apps, even if they come from contacts.
• Passwords and managers
  • Install a password manager reliable and activate biometric lock; this way you keep your credentials out of reach of keylogging malware.

With these measures, your privacy will be protected against both external threats and accidental data leaks.

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