Check the apps you’re already using
Unfortunately the danger isn’t necessarily over after you’ve installed an app and been happily using it without any problems. Apps that have been abandoned by their original developers can be taken over by other parties, while apps that originally look perfectly fine can change names and purposes with an update.
All this means that you need to keep a close eye on the apps you’ve got installed on whatever platforms you’re using—be sure to do a regular audit and get rid of older apps that you’re no longer using. If you keep apps installed, make sure they’re still working as originally advertised.
As we’ve written about before, you should delete any accounts associated with these apps, as well as removing the apps themselves from your devices. It means that you and your data are fully extricated from the app, giving you more protection and removing any connections that could be exploited in the future.
