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Samsung is one of the most popular names when it comes to smartphones and tablets. From sleek and modern designs to great features, Samsung offers it all. Not just that, it has also significantly improved its security features over time. As of now, Samsung smartphones are considered the safest.
If cybersecurity is your main concern and you wish to have remote access to everything, you've come to the right place. In this article today, we're going to talk about all the Samsung features that can help you with safe remote access. If you're a Samsung user or thinking about switching to a Samsung device, you're in for a treat.
The Samsung Account
Have you ever heard of the Samsung account? Or an Apple account? An Apple ID? The Samsung account works in a similar manner. When setting up a Samsung device, be it your smartphone or tablet, be sure to create and log into your Samsung account.
It will keep your device safe from falling into the wrong hands and even if it does, your device would remain locked unless one logs into it with a password or security questions. Whoever has your device won't be able to access your mobile applications or download anything from the PlayStore.
Over and above that, it will allow you to trace your phone's location. Just be sure to switch on the 'find my mobile' feature from the settings of your Samsung device and you'll be able to trace it by logging into your Samsung account. Plus, it's mandatory to have a Samsung account in case you ever forget the passcode of your phone or if the fingerprint sensor fails to work.
Private Sharing for Personal Files
Like AirDrop on iPhones, Samsung offers private sharing of personal files. Though it's an underrated feature, it makes Samsung devices more secure than ever. With Samsung's private sharing, you can share your personal files, images, and videos with each other without having to worry about them getting leaked.
I'm sure you must be thinking about sharing via Bluetooth. Well, Bluetooth makes you vulnerable to cybersecurity attacks. GPS spoofing happens everywhere these days and they access your device through the GPS and Bluetooth. On the other hand, Samsung's private sharing is entirely safe, given that it's encrypted with blockchain technology.
It only allows the recipient to open the files you sent and nobody else. Besides that, it also has a feature of setting up an expiry date. Yes, you can set an expiry date or time on the files you send. On top of that, it allows you to remove location metadata from images and other files before you share them with someone else.
Samsung Browser for Safe Browsing
A lot of times, it's not a person that hacks into your device, it's a random website with malware. Many people have lost their data because of malware. Not just data, these viruses and malware have also damaged their phone software and batteries.
What you need to understand is that not every browser filters spammy sites and blocks them out; however, the Samsung browser is different. It filters out all spammy sites and alerts you whenever a website has a hack pattern or questionable content.
Moreover, to make it more secure, you can use a VPN for Samsung device. There are plenty of VPNs that work well for Samsung smartphones and tablets. Download and install a VPN on your Samsung device and switch it on whenever you're browsing the internet. It will hide your IP address and provide you with safe remote access.
Secure Folders for Sensitive Data
One of the major concerns for most people is the sensitive information, mostly relevant to work and business, on their phones. They keep worrying that someone might steal their data or have illegal access to it. If you have a Samsung device, be it a smartphone or a tablet, you don't have to worry about it.
Samsung devices now come with secure folders that are made with the goal to keep your sensitive files safe. The secure folder is a new storage system in Samsung devices that is powered by Samsung Knox security. It uses both the password and the biometric system. Not to mention, the data in the secure folder isn't backed on the Samsung cloud and remains encrypted throughout.
Furthermore, the secure folder is separate from other folders in your device, so the chances of getting them mixed are minimal to zero. I would also like to add here that your secure folder would remain safe even if your device gets stolen as nobody would be able to access it without your thumb impression.
Apart from the features mentioned above, please don't forget to change your passwords frequently and use complex passwords as they're harder to guess. After all, it's better to be safe than sorry.
