For most people in Taiwan, the smartphone is now the main way onto the internet. It holds banking apps, mobile payments, work chats, photos and the passwords to almost everything, and the family tablet often carries the same accounts. That makes Android devices a prime target for phishing links, spyware and theft. The right Android antivirus and privacy apps protect all of this quietly, without getting in the way of how you use your devices.
Which app solves which problem?
| Your concern | The app to look at |
|---|---|
| Malware, fake links and phone theft | Android Antivirus |
| Privacy on public Wi-Fi | VPN Secure Connection |
| Too many passwords to remember | Password Manager |
| Protecting one phone well | Standard |
| Covering every phone, tablet and computer at home | Premium |
The apps in detail
Android Antivirus
The core mobile security app runs a full device scan that finds both malware and low-security Android settings that should be changed. Anti-phishing blocks dangerous URLs in browsers and email and stops malicious links shared in instant messages and SMS, which is where many scams on phones begin. Stalkerware detection warns you about hidden monitoring apps, and a tracker scan alerts you to Bluetooth tags that may be following you.
If the phone is lost or stolen, a map widget shows where it is, you can lock it remotely, and it can take a photo of anyone trying to unlock it. The app supports Android 11 to 16 and works on tablets as well as phones.
VPN Secure Connection
Cafés, MRT stations, night markets and hotels all offer free Wi-Fi, and each one is a shared network. The VPN encrypts your data on risky public connections, hides your IP address and does not log your online activity. A kill switch cuts the connection if the VPN drops, and split tunnelling lets chosen apps run outside it.
Password Manager
The password manager keeps logins, card details and scanned documents in a private, encrypted vault that only your main password can open. It generates strong new passwords, flags weak, reused or leaked ones, autofills logins in apps and websites, and even generates two-factor codes, so you do not need a separate authenticator app. Everything syncs between your phone, tablet and computer.
Standard
The mobile Standard plan protects one device with real-time antivirus, online payment protection and the “Who’s Watching Me” stalkerware check. It is a strong choice for anyone who mainly needs to secure a single phone.
Premium
The mobile Premium plan adds an unlimited VPN, a data leak checker and the password manager, plus a public Wi-Fi security check with interception protection. The multi-device Premium plan goes further, covering up to 10 devices across Windows, macOS, Android and iOS, with a free year of parental controls for the children’s tablets.
Common questions
How much space do the apps need?
The Standard app needs about 150 MB of free space and the Premium app about 270 MB. Protection runs quietly in the background, so there is nothing to start or manage once it is set up.
Do I need a separate app for my tablet?
No. The same antivirus for Android tablets runs on both, and on the multi-device plan one account covers every phone and tablet at home, including iPhone and iPad.
Can it protect my mobile payments?
Yes. Online payment protection is included even in the Standard mobile plan, and anti-phishing checks links before they open, which matters because many payment scams start with a fake message asking you to confirm a transfer or a delivery fee. On Premium, the public Wi-Fi security check adds another layer when you pay or bank on a shared network, and the data leak checker tells you if the email address behind your payment accounts has appeared in a breach.
What if I am not happy with it?
Every plan comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee, so you can try it on your own devices first.
In Summary
A phone that holds your money, messages and memories deserves more than a screen lock. Antivirus with anti-phishing and anti-theft, a VPN for public Wi-Fi and a password manager for every login give your Android phones and tablets complete, everyday phone privacy app protection.
Choose the mobile plan from Kaspersky that matches how many devices you use. For another short read on everyday tech, the next one is already up on 2MinuteRead.