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o It runs a safety check on apps from the Google Play Store before you
                download them.

            o It checks your device for potentially harmful apps from other sources. These
                harmful apps are sometimes called malware.

            o It warns you about potentially harmful apps.
            o It may deactivate or remove harmful apps from your device.
            o It warns you about detected apps that violate our Unwanted Software Policy

                by hiding or misrepresenting important information.
            o It sends you privacy alerts about apps that can get user permissions to access

                your personal information.

    Third: Security Settings for the Personal Accounts

                • Use strong passwords: If you want to ensure high privacy for your
                    accounts, you must use passwords that contain letters, numbers, and
                    symbols. Do not use the same password for more than one account.

                • Use two-factor authentication (2FA): It is a security layers for managing
                    identity and access. It requires two keys of identification to access
                    resources and data. It is a phrase with two keys to login to the account.
                    The first key is the password, and the second key may be a digital code
                    that is sent to you in an instant short message on your phone or via email.
                    It is also known as two-step validations (2SV).

                • Set account recovery methods: You must set the methods to recover
                    your accounts In cases where you lose your password or are unable to
                    login to your account. It will be done via the phone number or alternative
                    email, which have been previously confirmed.

                • Avoid Wi-Fi networks in public places: Public Wi-Fi networks are
                    widespread in hotels, restaurants, cafes, and shops. Although it may be
                    an easy and free way to connect to the Internet, it is not considered
                    completely safe. The Wi-Fi administrator may be able to access some of
                    your important data, track your accounts, and track your steps on the
                    Internet. It is recommended not to access public networks.

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