Updating to the latest versions of Android patches improves your software and fixes bugs. It helps keep your phone safe and secure. Google releases a new patches monthly to fix the latest security vulnerabilities. This wikiHow article will help you to check your Android device's security patch level to make sure you're up to date.
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1Open the Settings menu. It's the gear icon typically found on the home screen or in the app drawer. Alternatively, swipe-down the notification panel and tap on the tiny gear icon.
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2Navigate to the System settings. Scroll down to the bottom and tap on System .Advertisement
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3Tap on About [device] , About phone or System update . It will be located at the bottom of the list. Potentially you have to expand Advanced to see the Button.
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4Move to the Android security patch level title. Under the title, you can see your devices patch level. Also confirm you are up to date to prevent malware, hacking and other similar threats. That's it!Advertisement
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QuestionHow to check my Android security?Jada AlexanderCommunity AnswerNavigate to Settings and select device care, then tap on security and tap scan the phone. This allows your device to scan for malware and suspicious activity.
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- This helps you to avoid malware, hacking and other similar threats. Update your phone to get the latest version of the security patch. Read How to Update an Android.Thanks
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