Getting Started with Certo AntiSpy for Android

This article applies to: Android

In this guide we’ll show you how to get started with Certo AntiSpy for Android.

We’ve designed our app to be as intuitive as possible, but if you do need help using any of the features, this is a great place to start.

If you don’t have the app yet, head over to the Play Store and download it for free.

Table of contents

1. Dashboard

Access all of the app features from the dashboard page. Return to the dashboard anytime by using the back button or by tapping Home.

2. Scanning your device

Perform a full malware scan. Detect and remove spyware, stalkerware, viruses and trojans that can steal your data or spy on your device.

  1. From the dashboard, tap the Scan button.
  2. Your device will be scanned. The time to complete will depend on how much data is stored on your device. You can cancel the scan anytime by tapping the back button.
  3. Results will be displayed at the end of the scan. Any issues found will be listed in order of severity.
    • Red (High) – You should take immediate action for this issue as your device could have been compromised.
    • Orange (Medium) – We recommend reviewing the issue as it could put your device at risk.
    • Green (All clear) – No issues have been detected.
  4. If any threats are detected, you have two options.
    • Remove – Completely removes the threat from your device.
    • Ignore – Ignore the threat now and in any future scans. You can un-ignore at any time by tapping View ignored issues from the scan results page.
  5. When finished, return to the dashboard. Details of the last scan are shown under the Last Scan button. Tap here at any time to return to the results of your last scan.

3. Privacy Audit

Identify apps that can track your location, monitor your calls, access your files and more. Revoke access to any you’d prefer not to share data with.

  1. From the dashboard, tap Privacy Audit.
  2. All apps on your device will be checked. You will be shown a list of permissions and the number of apps that are granted each permission.
  3. Tap a permission to view the list of apps.
  4. Tap an app to view more information.
  5. If you wish, you can either uninstall the app or revoke the desired permission.

4. Real-Time Protection*

Stay safe 24/7 – keep your device protected by setting it up to automatically scan for threats. We’ll let you know the instant something malicious is detected.

  1. From the dashboard, tap Real-Time Protection.
  2. Tap the On/Off switch at the top.
  3. The app will automatically check any newly installed apps for threats. It will also run a full deep scan every 24 hours.
  4. You’ll get an alert if any threats are detected.

* Upgrade to Premium to get this feature.

5. Intruder Detection*

Find out if your device is moved when you leave it unattended or catch someone trying to guess your PIN. Take a secret photo of the intruder or ward them off with a loud alarm.

  1. From the dashboard, tap Intruder Detection.
  2. Tap Change Settings.
  3. Choose what to detect – Movement or Incorrect PIN entries.
  4. Choose what to do when it’s detected – Take a secret photo or sound a loud alarm.
  5. Tap the On/Off switch at the top.

* Upgrade to Premium to get this feature.

6. Breach Check*

Find out if your accounts or passwords have been compromised in a data breach and take steps to protect your online identity.

  1. From the dashboard, tap Breach Check.
  2. Enter the email address that you would like to check and tap Check Now.
  3. Results will be displayed. If your email address has been found in any data breaches they will be shown here.
  4. Tap the arrow to expand the result and view additional information about the breach, including what data was compromised.
  5. Tap Next Steps for guidance on how you can mitigate the risks posed by the breach.

* Upgrade to Premium to get this feature.

7. Secure VPN*

Turn on Secure VPN to browse anonymously on any network, keeping your online activity private and protected. When the VPN is active, all your internet traffic will be encrypted.

  1. From the dashboard, tap Secure VPN.
  2. Choose your preferred server location and tap the On/Off switch at the top to activate the VPN connection.
  3. Alternatively, to quickly enable protection, tap the On/Off switch from the main app dashboard.

* Upgrade to Premium Plus to get this feature.

8. Upgrade

Upgrade to unlock Premium features and get the highest level of protection for your device. You can try either Premium or Premium Plus for 7 days for free!

  1. From the dashboard, tap the Get Premium button in the top right.
  2. Choose your plan.
  3. Tap Start 7-day free trial and follow the instructions on screen.
  4. When complete, all Premium features in the chosen plan will be available.