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Smartphone, don't spy!Checklist: Vacation and travel
Smartphone, don't spy!
When you're on vacation or traveling, there are a few dangers lurking for your smartphone that you should be prepared for. In some countries, such as the USA, you may be asked to check your device when entering the country. Your smartphone is also exposed to many other risks when traveling: insecure Wi-Fi, manipulated USB charging sockets in hotels or government surveillance. Use this checklist to make your device fit for travel.
- You know your most important contacts and logins by heart
- Your smartphones are encrypted
- You can switch off your devices quickly
- You have deactivated USB debugging
- You only use your own charging cable
- You use a burner phone
- You deactivate your SIM card when traveling in modern cars
- Are your apps and system up to date?
- You have set up fake accounts with Apple, Google or Microsoft
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