How to check iPhone for viruses and malware: cleaning methods

What are the viruses on iOS

The platform for the iPhone smartphone was created by human hands, therefore, it cannot be immune to the effects of malware. However, our editorial experts noted that there is a potential threat to those who abuse the use of informal services for the exchange of data or downloads suspicious applications, moreover from unofficial resources, and from software sites directly on the net.

The danger of viruses for the iOS system is that they are capable of completely absorbing control over applications and the system as a whole. Let's take a look at the most dangerous mobile phone threats:

• Malware - malicious software that enters a smartphone via a PC when pairing or sending any data. Penetrates every application on the phone in a self-replicating way. Transmitted over a wireless connection;
• Spyware Is an equally dangerous type of infection, characterized by the theft of data from a PC or iOS. Then it transfers them to online resources, which begin to disseminate information over the network;
• Adware - a virus with a mass of ad units that pop up when every application is launched on an iPhone. Blocks video viewing and listening to music;
• Ransomware - malicious software that blocks the operating system, demanding a ransom for permission to continue using the system.

However, in order to penetrate an Apple phone or tablet computer, viruses have to go a long way, since the system is equipped with multi-layered protection.

How to check if there are viruses on iPhone

If you notice suspicious activity on your device, you can suspect the presence of a virus. However, it is impossible to verify this except visually. See for yourself by visiting the App Store page: when you enter the search query "antivirus" you will not find the program you need, since the developers systems did not consider this possibility, but rather only organized protection from spam directly when working with electronic by mail.

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You can find out about the infection using a PC. To do this, connect your Apple device to your computer via a wired connection, allow access and check with an antivirus program as a storage drive.

One of the applications that will save personal data and passwords is Avira Mobile Security. It is primarily intended to duplicate the operating system to software.

It is impossible to gain access to the file system in this version of the OS, since it is hidden from external influences by the developers. The only thing you can do to prevent infection is to choose safe settings for browsers.

How to check an iPhone for viruses through a computer online

It is impossible to scan a computer directly on the network, for example, from a browser, because all applications of the operating system will be unavailable to the service. If you plan to scan your iPhone for malware without preinstalling special software, then you need to use the cloud storage. To do this, download the antivirus application there, then install it on the PC in standard mode, and connect the phone via USB to the computer and allow access.

Next, scan as usual. There are several applications that scan your device without the need to install third-party utilities.

1. ESET Online Scanner - designed for installation on Windows OS, in the background it is able to view files and available disks on the computer.
2. Kaspersky VirusDesk Is an online service. The application is not intended for complete analysis, but can only scan some files or links that do not exceed 130 MB.
3. VirusTotal Is a free online program that checks some system files for viruses. It is capable of processing website links and detecting infection with Trojans, worms and other computer pests.

Each of the network scan tools has some limitations, some of the cloud resources are even capable of cleaning infections and putting files in order.

But before you can open a suspicious file of the iOS system, you need to get access to the core of the platform.

How to remove viruses on iPhone normally

Parasitic programs for Apple devices are very deeply embedded in software, from where they are almost impossible to extract. However, some viruses can be eliminated by clearing browser cookies, provided that they have not managed to penetrate deep into the device. Pop-up ads when working with any of the applications are signs that the virus lays on the surface and has not left the browser.

Using special programs to remove the "pest" will not work. All you can try to do is erase all content and set parameters using the corresponding button in the settings.

How to Force Restart an Apple Smartphone

According to the developers, you can bring the Apple smartphone out of the "hanging" state using a standard forced reboot. If you do not know how to do this, see our instructions.

1. Starting with version 4S and ending with the 6th, smartphones go through the reboot process in an identical way: simultaneously hold down the two buttons "Home" and "Power".
2. Hold them for 10 seconds, then release. An automatic reboot should occur.
3. If the phone screen does not light up, make a short press of the "Power" button. Then the iPhone will restart normally.

For a smartphone of a younger version, the method of forced restart is slightly different, because the Home button is located directly on the sensor, and when the smartphone hangs, it will not respond. To do this, hold down the bottom button and the off button. Hold it for 6 seconds. The phone will then restart as usual.

Often, this manipulation is performed if the iPad and iPhone have a software glitch.

How to restart iPhone without a button

In case your Apple phone is not equipped with mechanical control buttons, then you can get by a little in a non-standard way, but only if you first connect the gesture response utility "Assistive Touch ". Then you can use gestures to control your smartphone.

How to reset all content and app files on iPhone

You can use the reset of all settings or "demolish" the existing material completely and "drain" the smartphone to the factory settings. If you need to set the "Default" settings, but not lose all the basic information, you need to go to the settings and find the "Reset all settings" button.

A message will be displayed on the screen, which warns that all settings will be reset. At the same time, contacts, media files or applications will be saved. For a full reset, you need to select "Erase content and settings". Enter the password for the iCloud account, after which the smartphone formatting will become available.

How to Restore iPhone Using Backup

The special iCloud storage, which contains the smartphone data, also has a backup storage point for the operating system. To use it, you need to follow the algorithm.

1. Log into iCloud using your account and enter your password.
2. Choose the most suitable one in terms of date and size from the offered backups.
3. You must be connected to the Internet via Wi-Fi for the entire recovery phase to proceed faster.

An automated process will begin, which can last from several minutes to 1 hour. By default, all purchased and downloaded items will be restored first, all files and media information will be load for several days in the background, provided there is a wireless Internet connection and optimal charge battery.

Additional information: how to check an iPhone for wiretapping with a combination of numbers

When you suspect that someone is intruding into your privacy via a cellular connection, it makes sense to check if your iPhone is bugged. There are several simple combinations that need to be entered only with a certain functionality of the phone.

For example, the combination *#62# will tell you if the call is forwarded to some phone number that was previously received on your number. If the combination is displayed, it is likely that wiretapping is installed.

Code *#21# will help determine if messages or data about the calls made are sent to other phone numbers. Such a combination will declassify listening devices and determine exactly who is doing it.

Dear users, if you think if your phone is compromised by virus applications or has a wiretapping system, take urgent measures, and if something is not clear, ask questions in comments.