Personal Information and Data Security
The use of some functions or third-party applications on your device could result in your
personal information and data being lost or becoming accessible to others. Use the following
measures to help you protect your personal information:
l Put your device in a safe place to prevent unauthorized use.
l Set your device screen to lock and set a password or unlock pattern.
l Periodically back up personal information stored on your SIM card, memory card, or your
device memory
. If you change to a different device, be sure to move or delete any personal
information on your old device.
l Periodically back up personal information stored on your memory card, or your device memory.
If you change to a different device, be sure to move or delete any personal information on your
old device.
l Do not open messages or emails from strangers to prevent your device from becoming
infected with a virus.
l When using your device to browse the Internet, do not visit websites that might pose a security
risk to avoid your personal information from being stolen.
l If you use services such as the portable Wi-Fi hotspot or Bluetooth, set passwords for these
services to prevent unauthorized access. Turn these services off when they are not in use.
l Install device security software and regularly scan for viruses.
l Be sure to obtain third-party applications from a legitimate source. Downloaded third-party
applications should be scanned for viruses.
l Install security software or patches released by Huawei or authorized third-party application
providers.
l Using unauthorized third-party software to update your device may damage your device or put
your personal information at risk. It is recommended that you update through your device's
online update feature or download official update packages for your device model from
Huawei.
l Some applications require and transmit location information. As a result, a third-party may be
able to share your location information.
l Some third-party application providers may collect detection and diagnostic information on
your device to improve their products and services.
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