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Old 03-05-2023, 01:10 PM
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I Phones and Virus Protection

Hi guys just a quick question please.

Do you need Virus Protection on a I Phone, and if so how dose one go about installing it to the phone.

Thanks in advance.

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Old 03-05-2023, 01:44 PM
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Hi Leon,

The short answer is no, you don’t need an antivirus, but you should:
- Not jailbrake the phone.
- Ensure the phone’s operating system iOS is up to date and latest version.
- Ensure the installed apps are up to date.
- Be mindful what apps you install on the phone. Use apps only from trusted vendors.

Here are some good guidelines with more detail: https://www.cyber.gov.au/protect-you...r-mobile-phone

Hope above is helpful.

PS: If you don’t know what jailbrake is, then you probably don’t have it and don’t have to worry about it

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Old 03-05-2023, 02:12 PM
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No but make sure you update it when necessary don't click on external links if you get a message that purports to be the tax/mygov/etc as they are not legit,
and you are good
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Old 03-05-2023, 02:16 PM
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Many thanks indeed, I am very lean when it comes to app's and really don't add any to the phone other than the ones i need, and it is updated when requested, so thank you.

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