With the exception of email, almost all of our long range communication is done using a mobile phone. It’s a gateway for many, to use as and when it’s necessary. But because of it’s ease of use and far reaching effect, it can also become a vulnerable point of entry to your personal details.

One key to managing the security of your mobile phone is knowing how to use it.  For example, with smartphones there are ways to turn off audible or visible notifications during times when you don’t want to be interrupted by them.  On a weekend, or at night, do you really need to be alerted every time a new email arrives in your inbox? Avoiding unnecessary messages like these reduces the likelihood that someone will gain access to your phone.

Businesses often make use of communication guidelines. It can be useful to do the same, even if you are not part of a business. A set of rules can help to improve security of your phone by laying out a framework of how you use it.