- How do I know if a system warning is real?
- Real Android system warnings appear in your notification shade or Settings app. If a warning appears as a popup in Chrome or another browser, it's almost certainly a scam.
- What if it says my phone has a virus?
- Browser popups claiming your phone has a virus are scams. Android doesn't show virus warnings in web browsers. Close the browser tab immediately and don't click anything.
- Should I download a 'cleaning' app it recommends?
- No. Scam popups often try to trick you into downloading malware disguised as 'phone cleaners' or 'antivirus apps.' Only download apps from the Play Store after researching them.
- My phone is running slow — is something wrong?
- Slow performance is usually due to low storage, too many apps running, or an old device — not viruses. Go to Settings → Storage to check space, and restart your phone.