[Skip to content](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/legacy-uscellular/uscellular-shares-smartphone-tech-tips-for-internet-safety-month#maincontent) [Newsroom](https://www.t-mobile.com/news)Toggle secondary navigation - [Network](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/category/network) - [Devices](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/category/devices) - [Un-carrier](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/category/un-carrier) - [Community](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/category/community) - [Offers](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/category/offers) - [Business](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/category/business) English [Legacy UScellular](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/legacy-uscellular) # UScellular Shares Smartphone Tech Tips for Internet Safety Month May 22, 2025  3 min read __CHICAGO (May 22, 2025)__ – June is Internet Safety Month, a timely reminder for people to evaluate their digital habits and take steps to protect their mobile devices. With mobile devices responsible for more than 63% of global web traffic, cybercriminals are finding increasingly sophisticated ways to exploit our reliance on mobile connectivity. [According](https://www.destinationcrm.com/Articles/CRM-Insights/CRM-Blog/U.S.-Consumers-Received-Nearly-5-Billion-Robocalls-in-April-2025-169443.aspx#:~:text=Additionally%2C%20the%20first%20four%20months,day%20and%201%2C794%20robocalls%2Fsecond.) to YouMail's latest Robocall Index, U.S. consumers have received approximately 18.9 billion robocalls in 2025, a nearly 12% increase compared to the first four months of 2024. Additionally, the Federal Trade Commission [reported](https://www.ftc.gov/news-events/news/press-releases/2025/04/new-ftc-data-show-top-text-message-scams-2024-overall-losses-text-scams-hit-470-million?) that consumers lost a record $12.5 billion to fraud in 2024, with scams initiated through text messages accounting for $470 million in losses. UScellular offers the following tips to help reduce exposure to mobile security threats. - __Be Cautious with Public Wi-Fi__. Free, unsecured public Wi-Fi may be convenient, but it can also make your device vulnerable. If you are using public Wi-Fi, avoid conducting sensitive activities like banking and accessing personal accounts. - __Safeguard Kids and Teens__. With more children using smartphones, it's crucial to set appropriate digital boundaries. UScellular [partnered](https://www.uscellular.com/SmarterStart) with Screen Sanity to create a Smarter Start Toolkit to help families build better digital habits and a healthier relationship with tech. You can also try apps like [Bark](https://www.bark.us/?ref=USCCARES) that can monitor activity and alert you to potential risks. - __Only Use Apps from Trusted Sources__. When downloading and using apps, stick to official app stores and verify app legitimacy by checking reviews, download numbers and developer credibility. Apps that can protect online privacy include [DuckDuckGo](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.duckduckgo.mobile.android&hl=en_US&gl=US&pli=1), [ExpressVPN](https://www.expressvpn.com/vpn-software/vpn-ios), [LastPass](https://www.lastpass.com/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=19546987156&utm_content=146499741273&utm_term=lastpass%20download&sfdcid=7014P0000010Wn8QAE&gclid=CjwKCAjwjMiiBhA4EiwAZe6jQ3zMk4z7J8-MEgz6Rdi_KWHeAPcyfubIHAJF5J2pBMN7RaGaC0KSThoCpZYQAvD_BwE), [ProtonMail](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/proton-mail-encrypted-email/id979659905) and [Signal](https://signal.org/download/). - __Use Strong Locks and Authentication__. Enable biometric features like fingerprint or facial recognition and use complex passwords or passphrases. These added layers make it harder for unauthorized users to access your device. - __Keep Software Updated__. Regular updates enhance security and improve performance on your device. Turn on automatic updates or install updates as soon as they’re available to stay one step ahead of potential threats. For more resources and information on how to stay safe online, go to [uscellular.com](https://www.uscellular.com/) or visit your local UScellular location. __About UScellular__ UScellular is the fourth-largest full-service wireless carrier in the United States, providing national network coverage and industry-leading innovations designed to help customers stay connected to the things that matter most. The Chicago-based carrier provides a strong, reliable network supported by the latest technology and offers a wide range of communication services that enhance consumers’ lives, increase the competitiveness of local businesses and improve the efficiency of government operations. Through its [After School Access Project](https://www.t%E2%80%91mobile.com/news/legacy-uscellular/after-school-access-project), the company has donated more than $30 million in hotspots and service to help youth connect to reliable internet. To learn more about UScellular, visit one of its retail stores or [www.uscellular.com](http://www.uscellular.com). 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