The biggest fear when a mobile phone is stolen is that your personal information, payment apps, and social media accounts may not be misused. If your phone gets stolen, there is nothing to worry about. You can immediately log out of the apps and accounts on your phone. Here we tell you how you can secure your apps and accounts from a stolen phone.
In the year 2023, about 50,000 mobile phones are stolen every month, which is a matter of concern. In such a situation, there is a risk of data theft from your phone. But you can delete or log out of your apps even without a phone. Here we are telling two easy ways by which you can log out from a stolen phone.
Login to Google Account:Â Login with your Google ID on another device (like a laptop or desktop).
Go to Security Settings:Â Click on your profile picture in the top right corner of Gmail. Then go to 'Manage your Google Account'.
Click the Security tab:Â Go to the 'Security' tab and here click on 'Manage All Devices' in the 'Your Device' section.
Log out the old device:Â Here you will see a list of your old devices. Select the device you want to log out of and choose the option 'Sign out' or 'Remove'.
Login to Google Play Store:Â Login to the Play Store with your Google ID.
Go to Profile and Manage tab:Â Click on your profile photo on the top right corner of the Play Store and go to the 'Manage' tab.
Choose the uninstall option: Now go to the ‘Manage’ section and select the app you want to uninstall.
Select the device:Â Choose your stolen phone from the device list and click the 'Uninstall' option. This will uninstall your selected app from the stolen phone.
By following these steps, you can protect the apps and accounts associated with your stolen phone. Taking this step will help keep your personal information and data safe. With these simple methods, you can secure your apps and accounts even without a phone and reduce the risk of data theft.
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