What Viruses Can Do to Phones
If your phone has a virus on it, there are many ways that this virus can damage the device. When you download a malicious app to your phone, the effects can include:
Your phone can be infected with ransomware, which will cause your files to be locked
Your charges could increase through SMS charges, app charges, or data depletion
A large amount of your personal information could be collected, which extends to your contact list, banking details, email address, photos, and GPS location
Your device could be taken over entirely via a process known as rooting
Phone conversations could be recorded and sent directly to hackers
The virus could sign you up for costly services or send various SMS messages that cost money
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