The IRS suggests the following tips for protecting mobile phones:
- Use security software and set it to update automatically
- Use strong and unique passwords for all accounts
- Use two-factor identification whenever possible
- Back up files
- Secure your Wi-Fi with a password
- Only shop at sites that start with https
- Secure your phone as you would your computer.
A link to the IRS video on phone security tips may be accessed by clicking here. www.youtube.com/irsvideos