Four Free Security Suites for Android Phones

360 Security:

The mobile security app is designed to protect smartphones and tables against viruses, malware, system vulnerabilities, junk files and privacy risks. It also cleansup idle apps running in the background and boost the performance. It performs virus scan, vulnerability scan, trash scan and security protection check with one tap. With the dual-layer antivirus protection and cloud engines, it offers complete protection. If you enable the Lock Screen power-saver mode, it will automatically clean-up and extend battery life. Not only this, it also blocks unwanted phone calls and SMSs. The 360 Security app comes with anti-theft solution that allows to locate, alert, raise alarm and erase data remotely. The feature assist you to retrieve the lost device and protect the important data. Addionally, you can encrypt your special apps and secure your communication info.

Comodo Mobile Security:

The app combines a mobile-optimized antivirus scanner with a mobile security manager to safeguard you against viruses, unsafe apps and potentially risky settings. It provides real-time protection against known and emerging threats while protecting your privacy and keeping the device optimized. You can filter out annoying calls and text messages by configuring white and black contact lists or simply block messages by certain keywords. It keeps your device clear of viruses and unsafe apps as well as enables easy app management with its own CMS, where you can view installed apps, take a backup or uninstall them. Its CMS offer full visibility and control over running processes. With the privacy protection, you can store contacts and SMSs that will be only with you. In case of lost or theft, you can recover your device by locating it with an anti-theft feature. It can get a photograph of the possessor via email, even if the SIM is changed. You can lock the device and erase all data (memory and SD card) by sending a message from your buddy’s phone.

McAfee Mobile Security:

The app supports multi-user profile enabling restricted access to your apps. You can make three profiles using the App Profile feature to create “safe” zones for your kids, friends, family or even a stranger. You can lock your apps with sensitive contents, scan and report apps that may expose your data, block calls and SMSs and more. Locate your stolen or lost device and capture a snap of the person holding the device that will reach you via email along with the device location. It saves the last location information automatically before it runs out of battery. You can prevent misuse of your phone and personal info by locking it remotely or by wiping the data. It also creates backup of your data.

Avast Antivirus and Security:

The Avast antivirus and security app protect you from viruses, malware, adware and spyware. It scans all the installed apps, memory card content, and the new apps automatically upon first use and removes viruses. You can block unwanted calls and retain your privacy. It provides insights about installed apps, incoming/outgoing data transfers, contacts, SMS/call logs, etc. You can track your phone in case of theft as well as control remotely, raise siren, and wipe out data remotely.