The Android operating system, used by 78% of mobile devices in Brazil , has as its main feature, their connectivity and compatibility with many other devices, systems and applications. Thus, it brings visible benefits in daily work. But like everything in corporate life, there is one in the spot: incorrect use of such devices can be expensive for the company .
In recent research it has been found that one in eight smartphones in Brazil is infected with malware , which can cause data leakage and even complications for the company with the General Data Protection Law , which can even punish companies that work negligently with data under their responsibility.
It is important for companies to be careful and seek to prevent incorrect use of corporate devices.
Thinking about this scenario, we have brought in this text 3 tools that together, can add an extra layer of protection on Android devices, making accesses safer and protecting user data as well as companies. They are:
- Password Manager: Lastpass
- Antivirus: Avast
- Web content filter: Lumiun DNS
In the next lines you will see the characteristics of each and how the tools work together to establish an effective protection on Android devices and more:
A step by step how to install each of them on your Android device.
1st Lastpass: Manage and protect your passwords
Protecting passwords seems to be extremely simple, easy and even a little stupid, but according to a survey , it is very important and has generated a lot of headache for small and medium -sized businesses in Brazil when neglected.
The survey points out that password theft grew 143% over the past year in Brazil, only in small and medium enterprises. In this same business scenario, the Internet security company reports that Brazil leads the ranking of virtual attacks .
These data that makes the reasons for using a account and password manager visible.
Lastpass is a password manager that protects your passwords and personal information, encrypting the characters inserted into the fields of user and password .
With it you can store passwords and logins, create online shopping profiles, generate strong passwords through suggestions, or the application generator, as well as securely locate personal information.
For company the benefits are extremely relevant:
- Eliminates the reuse of passwords by employees - with the Lastpass password generator, you eliminate the continuous use of passwords for various access by employees, increasing the safety of the company's passwords.
- Do password management in one place - do not depend on spreadsheets and supervise with a complete administration panel.
- Protects confidential data - In addition to passwords and credentials, notes and information can be protected by adopting a Lastpass security model.
- Make the password sharing easily and safely - share credentials with employees and affiliates, manage access and manage passwords safely.
Keeping safe and protected passwords is the first step for effective android security in companies. If you have this concern , consider using tools like Lastpass immediately. The solution is simple and complete.
See below how it is simple to install the Lastpass on your Android device:
- Step 1: Visit the Play Store on your Android device
- Step 2: Look for “Lastpass” in the search box
- Step 3: Click “Install” and wait for the installation process
- Step 4: Click “Open”
- Step 5: Make your record on the “Register” button and manage your accounts and passwords
Fill in the requested data and create your master password. The steps for password management are simple and very intuitive. In addition, the entire application is in Brazilian Portuguese.
2nd Avast Antivirus
Another item that seems basic but really is important: using an antivirus on mobile devices, especially Android, where there are more users, consequently more attempts at attacks .
Avast Mobile Security for Android is a good free antivirus alternative for users of this system.
In addition to basic protections against malware, ransomware and spyware , Avast checks automatic Wi-Fi , protecting its device from possibly dangerous public networks.
For business users who work on external networks, there is also the functionality of blocking and deleting device data in case of theft or loss.
In addition, software developers are concerned with not interfering with device performance, leaving the application in the background without consuming excess battery energy.
See now the step by step for installing Avast on your Android device.
- Step 1: Visit the Play Store on your Android device
- Step 2: Look for “Avast” in the search box
- Step 3: Click “Install” and wait for the installation process
- Step 4: Click “Open”
- Step 5: Make your first access and scan
Early on, Avast makes a complete scan on your device to find malicious files or applications.
The system is simple and very intuitive, besides being all in Brazilian Portuguese.
3rd Web Content Filter with Lumiun DNS
Lumiun Lumiun DNS is a DNS request filtering service and content classification , which can easily be used on the internet network by Android devices.
Its benefits and functionality are numerous and range from basic and automatic protections such as adult content blockage and piracy , even blocking children's sexual abuse content and blocking ads and trackers .
In a business and remote context, where the employee makes access on public networks, for example, Lumiun DNS works actively and functionally protecting the device and information.
Here are some advantages of using Lumiun DNS on Android devices for remote employees:
- Safe navigation on public networks
- Protection of data and systems accessed remotely
- Blockade of websites and harmful applications making access by the remote employee
- Search protected on Google, Bing and Youtube
- Statistics on the accesses and connections of the remote devices
- Fully remote cloud filter and settings management
- Support in Portuguese
In a business scenario, Lumiun DNS can add a third layer of protection on the Internet, working together with the other above.
Now see a step by step installation of Lumiun DNS on your Android device.
First, make sure your operating system is Android version 9.0 or higher.
- Step 1: Create an account with Lumiun DNS
- Step 2: Confirm registration in the email
After registration, confirm your account via the "Check your email" button in the email that was sent to you. If the email is not in your inbox, check the spam box and mark as “no spam” to receive the next.
- Step 3: Create new policy
Lumiun DNS control panel . To facilitate the experience, a page with 3 steps is displayed.
The first step is to create a policy. Through the policy you can select locations, activate filters and block applications and websites.
- Step 4: Register new location
In Lumiun DNS a location identifies a network, device or place that you want to control and protect.
To register a place fill in the “Local Name” field, select the “time zone”, mark the “policy” created in the previous step, select the place in the “Where are you going to install?” and click the "Next" button.
- Step 5: Installing Lumiun DNS on Android
After creating the place, you will have access to the installation page. Select the “Android” tab and we will follow the installation instructions for this new location.
- Step 6: Access the “Settings” of your Android device
- Step 7: Access the “Network and Internet or“ Connections ”option
- Step 8: Visit the “Advanced” or “More Connection Settings” option
- Step 9: Access the “Private DNS” or Private DNS ”option
- Step 10: Click on “Private DNS Provider Host Name” or Private DNS Provider Host Name ”
Fill in the text field with the address available at step 6 of the installation page. Click "Save".
- Step 11: Restart the Android device
After restarting the device, you can manage filters and policies by logging in at https://dns.lumiun.com/login .
The whole panel is extremely simple and filters can be applied in a few clicks. In addition to security and privacy filters, the solution has lock options aimed at productivity and focus on specific tasks.
You can do a free solution test for 14 days , just register and configure the solution following the steps mentioned above.
Your company's internet security is in your hands
You may not have noticed, but all 3 tools mentioned above, act to prevent unprepared or unknown , access, download, click, finally brows the internet dangerously, offering risks to yourself and especially to the company .
In our articles and materials , we guide and offer rich content so that entrepreneurs and IT professionals give their employees information to avoid any kind of problems with security on the internet. But, as we know, this task is not so simple, and even with much training may not work .
Exactly for this reason, it is important to use tools that do this for you. Avoid unprotected use of Lastpass passwords, protect mobile devices with Avast Antivirus and block access to lumiun DNS harmful websites and Lumiun DNS .
I hope I helped you keep your business Android devices more protected and your business data.
Until later!
