In an era where your smartphone is a digital extension of your life, securing your Android device is more important than ever. Here’s a comprehensive guide to strengthening your Android phone against potential vulnerabilities, beginning with the most common threats you may encounter.

New strains of malware are being developed every day. In fact, the number was nearly one million per day in 2015. With so many in existence, some have gone under the radar, as such is the case with CopyCat. So if you’re using any type of Android device, know that CopyCat likes to use its claws.