More and more people are becoming aware of the security issues they face with their smartphones and tablets. The iOS devices are some of the most popular ones in the world today, and there are many apps that will keep your data safe and your phone secure from malicious agents. Here are some of the best apps that are available on both iPhone and iPad.
SurfEasy VPN
A virtual private network will mask your IP address when you browse the web of use internet enabled apps. This means, that malicious agents cannot track what websites you are using from the outside. SurfEasy VPN is a simple and secure app that lets you browse anonymously. It does two very important things:
- Encrypts your data before sending it where you want
- Prevents websites from tracking your internet activity
Secure Folder
Usually, apps can access your files so that they can open them. If you open a music app, it needs to access your music files. The same is true of video content, documents, etc. However, you might want to keep certain files away from all apps and only allow access with permission. Secure Folder creates a private area for your files, so no apps can access them without you entering a password.
Secure Vault
This is another app that will secure your files and folders from various apps.
- It protects your audio, video and image files
- It has a 16-point pattern security
- Its built in web browser allows you to browse the web anonymously
Secure Vault is a great app which allows you to store important information such as emergency contacts, notes, bank account and credit card numbers and passwords.
Lookout
This is a brilliant anti-spyware application that makes sure your data is safe if your iPhone or iPad is stolen. When your device is stolen, the app will:
- Lock your phone securely
- Let you back up important data using GPS
- Remotely wipe all the data from the stolen device after it is backed up
Among the various security apps that are available for iOS devices, Lookout is unique and a real lifesaver.
Kaspersky Safe Browser
This is again a way to browse the internet safely and avoid ad tracking, cookies and all the privacy busting shenanigans from websites. It provides specialized protection against phishing attacks that try to steal your data. It also has safeguards against many sophisticated mobile frauds.
Good Reader
Many people know Good Reader as one of the best apps for reading documents and books on the iPad. It is fast, full featured and works like a charm. However, it has one great feature that most reviews tend to ignore or not give importance to – it can encrypt your books and store them securely.
The encryption feature is not enabled by default on Good Reader. You need to go to Settings and enable the secure feature in order for it to work. You only need to do this once however.
LastPass
This is one of the best apps for storing account details from various websites. Every website wants you to have an account to use their features and we tend to use the same password for all such websites. With LastPass:
- You can store all your usernames, emails and passwords in one place
- You don’t need to remember any password, as the app will auto fill the information when it detects the right website
- Generate strong passwords that are hard and often impossible to crack
One you have lastpass installed and working, the only password you need to remember is the master password for the app. After that, it is all smooth sailing.
1Password
If for some reason, you don’t fine LastPass to be suitable for your needs, try 1Password. It has most of the same features as the former and it about as secure. It just has a different interface and uses a different method of encryption.
Maintaining your privacy in today’s data obsessed world can be nightmare, and it can make you throw your device away. However, these apps will make sure that everything is fine and that you do not have to sacrifice your privacy in order to use the device easily.
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