To update your mobile security, go to your phone’s Settings and navigate to the Security & privacy or System & updates menu. From there, tap on Security update to check for and install the latest security patches, and also check for any available Google Play system updates. 

On Android:

1. Open the Settings app on your device.
2. Scroll down and tap on Security & privacy.
3. Tap System & updates or Updates.
4. To check for security patches, tap Security update.
5. To check for Google Play system updates, tap Google Play system update.
6. Follow any on-screen instructions to download and install any available updates. A restart may be required to complete the process. 

On iPhone:

1. Open the Settings app.
2. Tap on General.
3. Tap on Software Update.
4. The device will automatically check for updates. If one is available, tap Download and Install. 

For third-party security apps:

1. Open the specific security app (e.g., Trend Micro, Norton).
2. Look for an Updates tab or a Security Scan feature.
3. If there’s an update, tap the Update button.
4. Consider enabling the Auto Update feature within the app to receive regular updates automatically. 

How do I update my phone security?

Check for updates in the Settings app

Most system updates and security patches install automatically. To check for available updates: Open your device’s Settings app. Software updates.

How do I check my phone security update?

To check if an update is available: Open your device’s Settings app. Tap Security & privacy>Updates. The device will display the update status and the security patch level (shown as the corresponding date, e.g. 2025-11-01 is 1st November 2025).

How do I check my phone security?

To run a security check on your phone, use the built-in tools like Google Play Protect on Android or the built-in security settings on an iPhone to scan for malware and check for updates. You can also download a third-party antivirus app for a more comprehensive scan. Additionally, manually review your apps, data usage, battery drain, and device updates for any unusual activity. 

On Android:

• Use Google Play Protect:
  • Go to Settings > Safety & privacy (or Security & privacy) > App security. 
  • Tap Scan or open the Google Play Store app, tap your profile icon, and select Play Protect to perform a manual scan. 
• Check device settings:
  • Go to Settings > Security and privacy and look for an option to Scan device or check the security status. 
  • Check for and install any available system and security updates. 
• Use a third-party app:
  • Download a reputable antivirus app from the Play Store, like McAfee or AVG, and run a full scan through it. 

On iPhone:

• Check security settings:
  • Go to Settings and scroll down to see the security status of your apps, Apple ID, and other accounts. A warning message will appear if there are important actions to take. 
  • Check for and install any available iOS updates under Settings > General > Software Update. 
• Use a third-party app:
  • Download a reputable security app from the App Store to scan for threats and offer additional features. 

General checks for any phone:

• Review apps: Look for any unfamiliar apps that you don’t remember installing and uninstall them. Be especially cautious of apps downloaded from unofficial sources. 
• Check battery usage: Go to your phone’s battery settings to see if any apps are using an unusually high amount of power, as this can sometimes indicate a malicious app. 
• Perform a factory reset: If you suspect a severe infection, a factory reset will erase all data and restore the phone to its original state. Back up your data first, as this is a last resort. 

How to update security settings on Android?

Find your security & privacy settings

1. On your phone with Android 13 and up: Tap Settings. Security and privacy.
2. On your phone with Android 12 and lower: For security settings: Tap Settings. Security for security settings. For privacy settings: Tap Settings. Privacy for privacy settings.

How can I improve my phone’s security?

Here are eight tips to boost the security of your smartphone and what you store on it:

1. Avoid giving out personal information. …
2. Use a pin, password or pattern to lock your phone. …
3. Download apps only from trusted stores. …
4. Back up your data. …
5. Keep your operating system and apps updated. …
6. Log out of sites after you make a payment.

You can do some more as per suggested by Verizon:

1. Avoid giving out personal information

That text message that looks to be from your bank may not be. If you get requests via email or text for account information from any business, contact the business directly to confirm the request. The same advice goes for tapping links in unsolicited emails or texts.

2. Use a pin, password or pattern to lock your phone

Setting this up is easy. For most Android devices, go to your Location & Security Settings for instructions. iOS users can find these functions in the General  options of their settings.

3. Download apps only from trusted stores

If you’re browsing for a new game or something more productive, use places such as Google Play™. Make sure you check ratings and reviews if they are available, and read the app’s privacy policy to see exactly what phone features it will have access to if you download.

4. Back up your data

This is more about protecting and restoring your information should disaster strike. With Verizon Cloud, you can save your contacts, music, pictures, videos and documents to the cloud.

5. Keep your operating system and apps updated

There are typically periodic updates to both of these that not only add new features, but also offer tightened security.

6. Log out of sites after you make a payment

If you bank or shop from your smartphone, log out of those sites once your transactions are complete. Other tips include not storing your usernames and passwords on your phone and avoiding transactions while you are on public Wi-Fi.

7. Turn off Wi-Fi and Bluetooth® when not in use

You think of them as ways to connect to something, but thieves can use them to connect to your device and access files.

8. Protect your investment

Losing your smartphone can be pretty stressful. Each day, 200,000 devices are lost, stolen or damaged. You might be surprised by the high out-of-contract price of replacing a lost smartphone with an equivalent make and model.

To prevent this from happening, consider Verizon Mobile Protect. You’ll get a replacement device—as soon as the next day—if yours is lost, stolen, damaged, or has a mechanical or electrical defect after the manufacturer’s warranty expires.

Looking for more information about lost, stolen or broken devices? Visit Verizon’s Insurance and Repair page to learn more.

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