A message suddenly appears saying your phone is infected and urging you to act immediately. It looks official, sounds urgent, and warns that your data is at risk.
In many cases, it’s a scam designed to make you panic. Clicking the “Scan Now” or “Fix Now” button may lead to a fake website or download malware instead of protecting your device.
Before taking any action, stop and think. Real security alerts do not appear as random pop-ups while you’re browsing the web.
To stay protected, install apps only from official app stores, use a trusted mobile antivirus to detect malicious apps, and use an anti-phishing app that can identify fake websites and warn you before you enter your personal information.
