Which virus scanner for Android? These apps are available

A virus scanner prevents harmful viruses, ransomware or spyware from getting onto your Android device. However, installing a virus scanner is not always necessary. When this is the case and which virus scanner is the best for your Android device, we show you here.

When a virus scanner for Android is necessary

Many anti-virus software providers offer their programs not only for use on computers, but also for protecting mobile devices. However, installing a virus scanner on the Android mobile device is not always necessary. If you regularly update the operating system and only download new apps from the Play Store, the protection provided by the integrated Google Play Protect virus scanner is sufficient.

These virus scanners are available free of charge for Android

If the protection provided by Google Play Protect is not sufficient for you, you can additionally use a virus scanner on your Android tablet or smartphone. In the Play Store, you will find a large selection of free apps for this purpose.

1. Available for free in the Play Store is "AVG Antivirus for Android". The app not only scans the apps on your device, but also checks your WLAN connection and your files for viruses. In addition, the app allows you to encrypt apps and files.
2. Also available for free for Android is the app "Avast Antivirus". This protects your smartphone from any kind of viruses, spyware or adware and prevents phishing attacks.
3. Also from Kaspersky, there is now a virus scanner for Android with Kaspersky Internet Security. If you have installed the app, it automatically protects your device from viruses, ransomware as well as Trojans. The Kaspersky app also has a function to lock and delete the device in case of theft.