• Set your mobile with a PIN or, preferably, with fingerprint or eye recognition
• Set your phone to lock after one or two minutes without use
• Don't use mobile phone apps that tell your friends where you are or 'check you in'
• Disable location identification capabilities in any camera apps and your mobile phone settings - click here to see how to do that

• Turn off blue tooth visibility to prevent your device being located and protect your data

• Get a cheap mobile to make sensitive calls or when you are going to a sensitive location

• Pre-program any numbers you might need in an emergency

• Make sure that your phone is set to hide your number through caller ID

Be careful when using your mobile device, especially for online banking:
There are a number of risks when using your mobile device for online banking which can put your identity and finances at risk. Click here for more information.