The great little security application which has been available on Android, Blackberry, and Windows Phone 7 devices has now arrived on iOS devices. The free Lookout application has been created to help protect your mobile devices against security threats and privacy issues, and the iOS version includes a great feature that will notify you if your Wi-Fi connection isn’t secure.
Lookout will also notify you which applications have access to your location data, and it will even try to help you find your missing phone by letting out a loud wail wherever you may have misplaced it.
Comprehensive Security Features
Other features of the application also allow you to auto backup your contacts and administer multiple devices with different platforms from one control panel, even allowing you to sync your contacts across multiple platforms seamlessly. This cross-platform functionality is particularly useful for users who own multiple devices running different operating systems, ensuring that all their important data is consistently backed up and easily accessible.
In addition to these features, Lookout provides real-time protection against malware and phishing attacks. The app continuously scans your device for any suspicious activity or malicious software, providing you with peace of mind knowing that your personal information is safeguarded. The app’s anti-phishing feature helps protect you from fraudulent websites that attempt to steal your personal information, such as login credentials and credit card numbers.
Enhanced Privacy Controls
Lookout also offers enhanced privacy controls, allowing you to manage which apps have access to your sensitive information. With the increasing number of apps requesting access to personal data, it is crucial to have a tool that helps you monitor and control these permissions. Lookout provides detailed reports on which apps are accessing your location, contacts, and other personal information, enabling you to make informed decisions about which apps to trust.
Moreover, Lookout includes a feature called “Safe Browsing,” which helps protect you from visiting dangerous websites. This feature works by scanning URLs in real-time and warning you if a site is known to be malicious or potentially harmful. This is especially important when browsing the web on your mobile device, as it can be more challenging to identify unsafe sites compared to a desktop browser.
For more information on this handy little security application Lookout, jump over to the Apple iTunes store where it is free to download.
Source: Lifehacker : Lookout
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