15 Top Android Security Apps
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Lookout Mobile Security helps you protect your phone and includes AntiVirus, Backup and Find My Phone. The app allows you to block viruses, malware and spyware by scanning every app you download. Backup allows you to back up your contacts and photos, as well as restore data to a new or existing phone. Find My Phone can help you pinpoint your phone on a map, activate a loud alarm to find your phone, and if necessary remotely wipe your data if your phone is lost or stolen.
Cost: Free
Anti-virus Free protects your phone from viruses, malware & exploits in real time. It scans apps, settings and media, helps you locate a lost or stolen phone via Google maps, and lock or wipe your handset to protect your privacy.
Cost: Free
mSecure is a password and data manager that offers a convenient and secure solution to store information on Android devices. Use mSecure to safely store sensitive and important information like Web logins and passwords, credit card numbers, frequent flyer and social security numbers, and any other data you want quick, easy access to while on the go. mSecure uses an industry-proven data encryption method so your information is safe guarded should your device be misplaced or stolen.
Cost: $4.99
Supported by a cloud-security model, NetQin Mobile Anti-virus v4.0 is designed to protect Android devices against viruses and malware. Featured in the anti-virus are scanning and deleting, real-time protection, and frequent virus database updates to ensure users are fully protected from the latest threats. Also included is a new anti-lost feature and a contacts backup system providing full protection for users' data.
Cost: Free
McAfee's WaveSecure is the mobile security service that protects data on your phone, ensures privacy in the event of theft and enhances the possibility of recovering your phone. The apps lets you remotely lock down your device and wipe out important data if necessary, backup and restore data, as well as track and locate your handset.
Cost: Free Trial / $19.90 per year
Anti-virus Pro protects Android devices from malware, viruses and spam SMS. You are able to scan apps, settings, files and media in real time; find your lost or stolen phone via Google maps; eliminate tasks that slow your phone down; run daily, weekly or on demand scans; lock or wipe your phone remotely; and set a lock screen message to help the locator find you.
Cost: $9.99
Seal App Locker allows you to easily protect any application with a password or a pattern, preventing unauthorized users from opening them
Cost: $2.78
Seek Droid allows you to locate your lost or stolen device anywhere in the world. See your device on a map, set off an audible alarm, wipe the device, and more.
Cost: $0.99
Webroot Mobile Security (Beta) brings Webroot's powerful online security to your Android device. This lightweight security app eliminates malicious applications, blocks harmful websites, and protects your privacy if your device is lost or stolen.
Cost: Free
Norton Mobile Security (Beta) is a new mobile app that gives you remote locate, lock and wipe capabilities in case your device is lost or stolen, Norton-strength anti-malware protection, and call and SMS screening from unwanted callers.
Cost: Free
Trend Micro Mobile Security protects digital files and secures banking transactions on your Android devices. App features include download protection – stops you from downloading fraudulent or malicious apps, safe surfing – protects your identity and banking information from phishing attacks, parental controls, and call and texting filtering – blocks unwanted calls or text messages (SMS/MMS).
Cost: Free Trial / $1.99 per year
Wallet allows you to safely store all your sensitive data such as bank account details and passwords on your phone. Wallet is also useful for remembering all those bits and pieces of information in one place from frequent flier numbers to contact lens prescriptions.
Cost: Free
GadgetTrak Mobile Security helps mitigate the risk of mobile device loss or theft; empowering you to track its location, back up data, even wipe the device.
Cost: Free Trial / $19.95 per year
MindWallet allows you to store a wide variety of sensitive information that is accessible with one master password. Features include military grade 128-bit AES encryption, inactivity timeout, backup and restore, and search. MindWallet also includes predefined templates or allows you to create custom templates for your personal needs.
Cost: Free
Keeper password & data vault allows you to keep your passwords, credit card numbers, and user names secure. With Keeper, you are able to log in to websites with one touch, create custom folders (i.e. websites, financial, credit cards, etc.), dynamically search passwords, and self-destruct your handset should it be lost or stolen.
Cost: Basic - Free / Premium – Free Trial then $29.99 per year