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Google Play Protect
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Settings > Security > Google Play Protect
Google Play Protect runs a safety check on apps from
the Play Store before you download them. You can
configure Google Play Protect to regularly check installed
apps and your device for security risks and threats. App
updates are checked automatically, and you will receive
a notification if any security threats are detected and
removes known harmful apps from your device. Play
Protect is ON by default.
SIM Card Lock
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Settings > Security > SIM Card Lock
Your SIM card includes information like your phone
number and voice/data plans, which can be compromised
if the SIM card is placed into another device. To help
protect it, you can create a SIM card PIN that will lock
access to the SIM.
Find My Device
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Settings > Security > Find My Device
Find My Device will help you locate your device and
protect your data. You must have a Google (Gmail)
account and turn on Google location service in order to
use this feature. If your phone is lost, you will be able
to log in to your Gmail account and remotely perform
various functions to help you keep your information
secure and locate your phone. Default mode is ON.
Use the Find My Device feature to:
• Make your phone ring
• Send you the device’s last location
• Lock/Unlock your phone
• Erase data
• Set a screen message
• Set guardians