2023-10-01 08:14:43
While it is inherently difficult to detect with certainty something that is designed to be hidden, there are a few clues that may suggest that someone is trying to spy on you.
Whether it’s a partner who’s a little too possessive or a stranger with bad intentions, it’s not impossible that someone might use your smartphone to locate you (and potentially also to extract some information from your phone). And although it is sometimes impossible to know, the fact remains that trackers often make a few errors which allow them to be spotted.
Battery draining: looking for a hidden app
The most common way to track a smartphone is to install a spy application on it. But there you go: an additional application means a whole bunch of signs that you may miss, but which should nevertheless alert you.
By definition, spyware works in the background (the goal, following all, is not for you to use it yourself). And it is common knowledge that an app running in the background consumes battery. Also, this may be one of the very first clues: if your battery suddenly discharges much faster, it may be because someone is trying to stalk you.
But the battery is not the only indicator, and far from the most reliable. Indeed, if you are on social networks, or have a dating application installed on your smartphone, it is just as possible that these are the problems. What’s more, it’s normal that as you age, your smartphone’s battery drains faster.
Unknown data
Observe the memory of your smartphone. Do you find files there that don’t remind you of anything and that you can’t identify? So beware, it is not completely impossible that these are those of spyware or, in any case, malicious software.
However, this is not completely certain, so rather than getting rid of these files, it may be better to consult a specialist before deleting something that might be essential to the proper functioning of your phone.
Unexpected connections
Often, spyware will need to connect to the Internet. So if you notice that your mobile data is draining a little too quickly, there may be something wrong. Likewise, obviously be wary if you receive alerts for strange or unknown connections.
Turn off geolocation
If you are suspicious, the first thing to do, before asking someone for help in removing the cookie, is to prevent it from doing its job properly. To do this, the best thing to do is to disable geolocation for the entire phone.
And while you’re at it, also check which apps are allowed to use location, you might be surprised.
Also be wary of location sharing functions that exist on certain smartphone models. While these can be very useful in case you have lost your phone, they can be very detrimental to your privacy.
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