Smartphone, don't spy!

Checklist: Dangers in the mobile network

There are many dangers lurking in the mobile network that are usually difficult to avoid. These tasks are designed to encourage you to try anyway. Not only is your mobile device directly affected, but also your data and your communications, which are exchanged between a large number of parties. It is important to be aware of the dangers of e.g. location tracking or data sharing on the mobile network. This data can be used by third parties, such as companies or authorities, for surveillance, profiling or tracking. In addition, data leaks or unauthorized access by cyber criminals can have serious consequences.

• You use data-saving telephone tariffs
• You have objected to the marketing of your transaction data
• You have not activated your mobile data connection continuously
• You don't take your cell phone to the demo
• You don't use apps like "SnoopSnitch"
• You use anonymous SIM cards
• You use your smartphone exclusively for one SIM card
• You often use other SIM cards and a proxy phone
• Deactivate your sim card when traveling with a group
• Do not use your anonymous SIM card at the same time as a non-anonymous card
• You deactivate your SIM card when traveling in modern cars
• Switch off all electronic devices when crossing fortified border installations
• You don't give out your phone number
• You don't make calls with your anonymous card
• You have purchased SIM cards and phones anonymously
• You get your phone credit anonymously
• You suppress your phone number when you make calls
• Deactivate your voicemail
• Dial emergency numbers such as 110 and 112 carefully
• You have set up a block for third-party providers
• You don't give your name immediately when you answer the phone