Your phone goes everywhere with you — and that means it holds everything. If someone is trying to monitor your activity, read your messages, or track your location, they’re not just crossing a line — they’re putting your safety at risk. This guide shows you how to lock things down so your phone is only yours again.
Stay Safe on Your Phone
If someone is tracking your phone or going through your messages, it can put you at real risk. Here’s how to lock things down.
Step-by-Step:
1. Set a secure lock screen
- Use a passcode, fingerprint, or Face ID — not just swipe.
- Don’t share this with anyone, even a partner.
2. Disable location sharing
- iPhone: Settings > Privacy > Location Services > Turn off for apps you don’t trust.
- Android: Settings > Location > App Permissions > Turn off as needed.
3. Review installed apps
- Delete anything suspicious or unfamiliar.
- Check for “tracker” or “monitoring” apps disguised as utilities.
4. Turn off backups if unsafe
- iPhone: Settings > Apple ID > iCloud > iCloud Backup > Off
- Android: Settings > System > Backup > Off
5. Use a secure browser
- Download Firefox Focus or DuckDuckGo browser for safer searches.
