In this digital age, when everything is accessible everywhere, maintaining the privacy of your content becomes quite a daunting task. The same can be extended to our phones. And that’s why we have a phone lock in the form of a PIN, pattern or fingerprint lock. But even then, safety is not guaranteed. Just a few months ago, it was revealed that it only takes 5 attempts to unlock your lock screen. So if that’s the case of primarily How secure is your screen lock, second level app lock?
Many of us are in the habit of locking down sensitive messaging apps or services with a pattern or PIN lock to keep information from prying eyes or snooping friends (I tell you). While we might think these app lockers are like the last barrier between snoopers and information, we have to say that’s not entirely true.
Yes, app lockers can also be broken into and that’s pretty easy too. So how do you determine how secure your app lock is? Don’t worry, we’ve worked hard and found these 3 tips that will make your phone safer.
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#Tip 1. Check the back door entrance
Well, let’s admit for the moment that your brand new app locker protects your WhatsApp like a beast and has no other way to get through it. But did you know that just disable the app lock from the Settings panel to get access? After all, it is also a third-party application.
All you need to do is go to Settings > Apps and tap disable. Post that, all locked information will be provided free of charge.
Solution
#Tip 2. Break-in check
Now that the Settings menu is locked, everything seems to be pink. But alas, it is not so. There is another way hackers use to disable app lock – through Safe Mode.
If you’re a regular Android user, chances are you’ve never heard of safe mode. It is often used by proficient users to run unsigned third party apps or those messing around with custom ROMs etc.
And when either software behaves suspiciously, safe mode is used to remove the misbehaving software.
Back on this topic, this same method can be used to get rid of the app lock, restart the app, and access your private information.
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So whether you are booting in safe mode or rebooting normally, only when entering the correct PIN or pattern will your phone allow you to continue.
#3. Hide or disguise apps
This is a tip that we have covered extensively before. This is one of the safest and easiest methods. And all it needs is a launcher app to set up the stealth mechanism. And if you think the launcher might be compromised as well, disguise the app with a different icon and name.
If you look at the second screenshot above, it will be difficult to decipher that the blue icon that looks like the settings panel is actually my official messaging app.
It’s a wrap
So this is how you can check if the app locker is really working properly or not. Chances are people often miss the second point – Secure Boot. It is not only useful for second level app lockers but also useful in case the phone is stolen. If there is no PIN or pattern on startup, it usually takes time to factory reset. Since time is needed in matters like these, it can give you enough time to hunt it down.
Also Read: How to Keep Your Android as Safe as Possible
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