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Mobile brand Required

Example: Samsung, Nothing, Apple

Mobile model Required

Examples: iPhone 15 Pro Max, Pixel 8 Pro, Galaxy S24 Ultra

Phone OS Required

  Android iOS iPadOS Custom Android ROM Custom Linux ROM

Phone OS version Required

Phone OS Support status Required

  Supported - Able to receive updates for OS and security Unsupported - Ineligible to receive future security updates

If your Phone (device) and OS version are officially supported, you may continue to receive future security patches against emerging threats. An unsupported Phone (device) or out-dated OS poses a higher risk, as it no longer able to receive the latest security patches.

Phone OS Updates status Required

  Automatic updates Only security updates Disabled

Google Play Protect settings

• Scan apps with Play Protect
• Improve harmful app detection
• Permissions for unused apps to be removed

Android: Check Play Protect settings.

Google Play system update

Android: Check Google Play system updates. Past dates only.

App store(s) Required

• Apple App Store
• Google Play Store
• Samsung Galaxy Store
• Huawei AppGallery
• Cydia
• Aurora - Unofficial FOSS client for Play Store
• F-Droid
• IzzyonDroid
• Other APT/APK sources

App updates Required

  Auto-update on any connection Auto-update on WiFi only Manually check and update apps* Disabled

Some *third-party app stores allow users to manually check and update apps.

Phone unlock Required

  Password (high security) PIN (medium-high security) Pattern (medium security) Swipe (no security) None

Biometric security Required

• Apple Face ID / Touch ID
• Fingerprint(s)
• Other biometrics
• None

SIM PIN and Card Lock Required

• Lock SIM card with a PIN
• Activated Port Freeze or Number Lock (via Mobile carrier service)
• Not protected

A SIM card lock is a PIN that is required to unlock the SIM card when the device is restarted or removed. It provides a layer of protection against fraudsters and phone call and cell usage data.

Stolen Device Protection

  On Off

Requires iOS 17.3 or higher. Stolen Device Protection adds a layer of security when your iPhone is away from familiar locations, and helps protect your accounts and personal information in case your iPhone is ever stolen. Learn more.

Tracker Protection Required

• Unknown Tracker Alerts (Android)
• Cross-Platform Tracking Detection (iOS)
• AirGuard - AirTag Protection for Android
• AirGuard - SmartThings and Tile Protection for iOS
• Off

Protect yourself against rogue AirTags, SmartTags, Tiles, Chipolo and other Find My and Bluetooth accessories used for item tracking, on Android and iOS. Read this post to learn more. Minimum requirements:

• Android 6.0 or higher
• iOS 17.5 or higher

Find my Phone Required

• iCloud Find My (Apple)
• Find My Device (Google)
• SmartThings Find (Samsung)
• Off
• Third-party phone tracking app

Locate, secure and erase lost or stolen devices.

Security & Privacy Apps Required

Malware security and privacy apps for Android/iOS.

Firewall & VPN Apps Required

Firewall security and VPN apps for Android/iOS.

Browser Required

Password manager

Authenticator

Phone & Caller ID

Messaging

Music & Podcasts

Photo & Video

Entertainment

Note-taking

Cloud storage

Games

Android launcher

If you personalise Android, you can list apps for launchers, icon packs and fonts.

File and Photo backup Required

Backup copies of your personal documents and photos.

Subscriptions Required

• Apple One Premier
• Apple One Family
• Apple One Individual
• Apple iCloud+ 2TB
• Apple iCloud+ 200GB
• Apple iCloud+ 50GB
• Google One AI Premium 2TB
• Google One Premium 2TB
• Google One Standard 200GB
• Google One Basic 100GB
• Microsoft Copilot Pro
• Microsoft 365 Family 6TB
• Microsoft 365 Personal 1TB
• Microsoft OneDrive 100GB
• None

Last updated February, 2024. - Subscriptions are optional paid-for services provided by Google and Apple.

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