Protect your smartphone against threats

App monitor (Android only)¹
Scans your device proactively and warns you about potentially unsafe apps.

Breach reports¹
Sends email and app alerts when Mobile Security detects a data breach that may affect you. You’ll also get helpful tips about what to do next.

Email threat detection¹
Checks for malware or spyware in email downloads and attachments. It doesn’t scan individual emails.

Malware scans (Android only)¹
Looks for malware, like Trojans, worms, spyware, and ransomware on smartphones and apps. Plus, it actively monitors your files if you select File Security.

Passcode check (iOS only)¹
Checks if your smartphone uses a passcode to protect your device and data from unauthorized access.

System update (iOS only)¹
Lets you know if it’s time to update your phone’s operating system, or if something changes your smartphone’s operating system. If it finds an issue, you’ll get a notice and the Device Security section on the Mobile Security home screen will turn red. It stays red until you select Device Security to get more details about fixing the issue.

Threat alerts¹
Turns the affected feature’s icon red when Mobile Security identifies a threat to your smartphone.

• You’ll get a notification and the icon will stay red until you act.
• Selecting the icon gives you info about the threat and options to resolve it.
• The app doesn’t automatically delete the files or apps.
• If you check your files, you may also get pop-up alerts letting you know how to handle threats.

Heads up: If you have an AT&T 4GB^SM or AT&T Unlimited Starter^SM plan, see the Advanced or standard mobile security for select plans section.