7 signs to determine if your iPhone is infected with a virus or not.

iPhone users should regularly check for these signs to ensure that their smartphones are still safe.

The iPhone has long been known as a secure phone with the ability to protect itself against malicious software attacks. However, it can still be targeted by viruses or hackers. Cybersecurity giant McAfee has previously warned about common signs indicating that your phone is infected with malware. According to them, there are 7 signs to pay attention to when checking if your iPhone is infected with a virus or not.

7 warning signs that McAfee has published to indicate that your iPhone may be infected with a virus:

– Your iPhone runs slower or the battery drains faster.

– The web browser directs you to websites that you didn’t intend to visit.

– The apps you use frequently experience glitches or unfamiliar apps appear that you didn’t install.

– There is a sudden increase in data usage or unexpected calls on your phone bill.

– Infection alerts on your iPhone prompt you to purchase or subscribe to something to fix the issue.

– Restarting or shutting down your iPhone becomes difficult.

– The number of pop-up advertisements in your web browser keeps increasing.

Of course, these signs do not guarantee that your iPhone is infected with a virus. However, if you notice one or more of these signs, it is advisable to check your phone to ensure that there is nothing harmful on the device.

Remedies

One of the best ways to address the issue of malware, viruses, and potentially prevent them altogether is to update your iPhone. Apple actively detects vulnerabilities in iPhones and addresses them through software updates. So, while you may consider updates as merely adding new features, they also patch security vulnerabilities.

McAfee explains, “Malware often exploits vulnerabilities in older versions of iOS to cause harm. Therefore, it is best to update your iPhone to the latest operating system, which typically includes patches and new security features.”

Another tip is to clear your website data and browsing history by going to Settings => Safari => Clear History and Website Data => Clear History and Data.

You can also restore your previous iPhone backup from iCloud. And if all else fails, consider performing a factory reset on your device to completely restore it to a fresh state.