If we consider Google’s stats true then the number of Android active users in the world are a whooping 1.4 billion. These massive figures are enough to surprise anyone; however, with such towering figures a great threat of security is attached, especially through viruses. In the recent time, there are a number of instances where data of the top firms, agencies and personnel was hacked through a well-build program (virus). It is even troubling smartphone app development outsourcing firms across the globe.
CNET, a leading platform for Information Technology, revealed that over 10 million Android devices are reportedly infected with Chinese malware. Such stats display a different picture of the whole scenario; however, being an Android user you do not have to be worried because our following study has brought to you some effective tips to remove viruses from your Android devices. Let’s explore the points highlighted by The NineHertz Android app developers to remove the viruses from Android devices. A comprehensive guide to remove malware from your Android devices: Step 1 Uninstall the Affected Apps from Your Device Your Android phone, generally, gets infected with viruses from a malicious third party app installed on your phone. Therefore, to remove the virus first of all put the phone on safe mode. You can also remove the administrator status and uninstall the affected app. You need to go to Settings option to uninstall the malicious app from your device. Afterwards, you have to click on Apps or Application Manager (this title can vary device to device). Once you tap on Application Manager, a list of installed apps is displayed featuring the malicious app as well. Let’s assume that our phone has an installed app affected by the virus and it’s named “KeyPlayer”. Please note that if you are not able to locate the malicious app, we recommend you to uninstall all the recently installed applications. Now, tap on the app you wish to uninstall. Tapping on it will not launch it but you will see that program’s App Info Screen is opened up. In case you find that the app is running, immediately press Force stop to close it. Afterwards, clear the cache data and then uninstall the unwanted app. 1. Touch the Clear Cache button to remove the cache. 2. Then, touch the Clear data button to remove the app data from your Android phone. 3. Finally, touch the Uninstall button to have your phone free from the malicious app. In case the Uninstall button is displayed with a light shade of grey (this may occur if your device is infected with the Android Screen Locker malware) then go to: 1. Settings> Security> Device administrators. 2. Tap the app you are unable to uninstall. 3. Select “Deactivate”> “OK” and shutdown your device immediately. 4. Switch your device on and then uninstall the malicious app. Then, you see a confirmation dialogue box for the malicious app, click on “OK” to delete the malicious app from you Android device. Now, you can restart your phone. Step 2 Try out An Efficient Mobile Anti-virus This step consists of scanning your Android phone for viruses with the help of an anti-virus app. You can pick any anti-virus app of your choice, but ensure that it is efficient enough to deal with malware. Go to Play Store and download the anti-virus or you can download the app from your preferred space. Once it displays on your mobile’s screen, click on the “Install” button. It will ask you for permissions, click on “Accept” to install it on your phone. In a few seconds, you will have this anti-virus installed on your phone. Open the app as soon as you see the green button, “Open”. Now, different apps have different interface; however, most of them have features like Anti-virus Scan, Clean Up, etc. So, you can go for the similar button named Anti-Virus Scan to perform a virus scan. You might have to wait for a few minutes for the scan to be completed as the time taken in this process depends on how many apps you have installed. If you find any malicious app, click on the “Delete All” button and get rid of the affected app. Step 3 Factory Setting Your Router The ever-increasing cyber crimes and the soft targeted router by criminals are a few big reasons occurring the router troubles in order to redirect the Android devices to various websites. If the aforementioned steps do not work and viruses still make your phone act absurdly then a factory reset will be the last option to clear the infection. Having the router reset to the default settings will help you delete the malignant redirects. However, re-configuration of settings is what you will be needed after choosing this mode. Once you reset your router, you will see changes in the following settings: > Username and password for Wi-Fi > Username and password for ISP > Port-forwards you have set up > Firewall settings you have made > Any alteration in configuration made to your router > To reset your router, look for the small reset button generally placed at the reverse side of the router. While the router is on, you can press and hold the reset button with the help of a pin or a tester. Keep on holding it for approx 10 seconds. > Now, you get all the settings of your router reconfigured (for instance-ISP user and password, Router username and password) Conclusion Despite trying out the aforementioned steps if your device still function abnormally, you back up your photos, documents etc. and reset your android device to the factory settings to fix most issues that are causing a big trouble to you. Even the best platforms to develop mobile apps are struggling to deal with these issues. Now, to back your data, you can use Gmail, which allows 16 GB free uploading. Besides, there are many apps available on Play Store with the facility to give space for uploading data (Photos, videos, documents, files, etc.).
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