Today, smartphones have become an integral part of our personal and professional lives. Not only banking, but social media and office work can be done in minutes. With increasing cybercrime, if your phone is hacked, your personal information, photos, passwords, and bank details could be leaked. Many people are wondering how to tell if their phone has been hacked. If your phone has been hacked, certain specific features appear on your phone. In today's article, let's explore five things that require immediate attention...

The phone suddenly slows down

If your device is running slower than usual for no apparent reason, apps are taking longer to open, or are frequently hanging, it could be a sign of malware or spy apps. Yes, unknown apps running in the background can steal your data.

Battery drains quickly

When a phone is hacked, suspicious apps remain active in the background, which drains the battery quickly. IF your battery is in good condition but is still draining quickly, you should first check your battery usage.

Weird pop-ups and ads,

If you're repeatedly seeing strange pop-ups on your phone's browser or home screen, or websites opening automatically, or strange ads appearing, this is a red flag. It could be caused by adware or code.

Unknown messages or calls

If you're receiving automated messages from your device or seeing unknown numbers in your call log, investigate immediately. Hackers may be sending spam messages to your contacts or trying to steal OTPs. Don't ignore these 5 warning signs on your smartphone. They could be signs that your phone has been hacked.

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